Hey everyone! I'm looking to upgrade my graphics card from the RTX 3060 8GB since it's starting to show its age in gaming performance. What options do you suggest that won't break the bank but will still offer a noticeable performance boost? If possible, I'd love to know about alternatives that are priced reasonably for someone on a budget. Thanks!
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I’m thinking around $500-$600 for my upgrade.
You might find a used 4060 for not much more than the 3060. The 3060 8GB isn't all that common in resale, so keep an eye out for deals. If you want a big upgrade, aim for something that'll give you at least a 50% performance boost, or you’ll be looking to upgrade again soon.
Not enough of an upgrade; definitely look for something higher to avoid being stuck again.
If you meant the 3060 Ti (the 8GB model), the RX 9060 XT costs about $350-$400 in the U.S. If you’re looking for significant upgrades, the NVIDIA 5070 12GB goes for about $550-$700. Prices vary a lot, so what's your budget? Some folks see 'not too much' as $200, while others are thinking $500.
Good luck finding a 3080 under $200—might be a stretch!
Nah, I think he’s talking about the regular 3060, which is a bit of a letdown. No one should fall for the 8GB model.
Before diving into suggestions, what’s your budget? You mentioned the 3060 struggles—any specific frame rates you're getting? The more details you provide, like your monitor type and the games you play, the better advice you’ll get. Keep in mind that GPU prices are pretty wild right now, and you might find better deals in the used market depending on your needs!
This! Gaming setup info makes a big difference.
I'm rocking a 1080p 100Hz monitor and mainly play modded Skyrim but barely hit 40 fps. I’m aiming for around 60, with some other games like COD and ETS2 in the mix. Just a heads-up!
One good choice is the RX 9060 XT 16GB, which you can find for around $370. It's pretty much the only card under $500 that seems like a solid upgrade right now.
I'd love to know where you found it that cheap. The lowest I see is $450 where I am!
That was one of my top picks too—basically the only card I'd consider that isn't over $800.
Is the 4060 really that much better?