I'm currently using a GTX 1660 Super with an Asrock H510M-HVS R2.0 motherboard and an i3 10100F processor. I'm thinking about upgrading my GPU, but I can only afford to upgrade either the GPU or the motherboard and CPU right now. I've found an RX 9060 16GB at a good price in my country and I'm wondering if it's a good choice now or if I should focus on upgrading my CPU and motherboard first. I plan to upgrade whichever part I don't choose to upgrade now in the near future regardless.
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What’s the difference between the RX 9060 and a 5060 TI with 16GB VRAM?
Yes, definitely buy the RX 9060 now! It’ll give you a significant upgrade in performance.
If you’re seeing a good price on the GPU, I’d say jump on it! Prices for GPUs are expected to rise soon, so it might be a good move to snag it while you can. The RX 9060 will definitely be a solid upgrade over the GTX 1660 Super. Once you’ve got the GPU, consider upgrading to a 10th or 11th generation i5 for a nice boost in performance afterwards—your setup will feel brand new!
The RX 9060 XT is great for high settings at 1440p, while your CPU and motherboard will handle 720-1080p, focusing more on maximum FPS. Think about what resolution and settings you want to aim for!
It’s mostly a price difference of about $60, plus the specific brand you choose to buy from!