I'm in the market for a new GPU but my budget is pretty tight. I'm considering three options: the AMD Radeon RX 7600 8GB, AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB, and NVIDIA RTX 3060 12GB. I've heard that 8GB of VRAM might not cut it, which is why I'm also looking at the 12GB option. I want to ensure I choose the best one for my setup. For context, here's my full build:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 9600X
- CPU Cooler: ID-COOLING FX360 INF 360mm AIO
- Motherboard: MSI PRO B650-A WIFI ATX
- RAM: Corsair VENGEANCE RGB DDR5 32GB 6400MHz CL36
- SSD: WD_Black SN850X 1TB 7300 MB/s
- Case: MSI MAG FORGE 320R AIRFLOW Mid-Tower ATX (with 4 included fans)
- PSU: MSI MAG A750GL 750W PCIE5 80 Plus Gold ATX Fully Modular
- Extra Case Fans: 4x Arctic P12 Pro ARGB Fans
Can anyone help me decide which GPU works best for my gaming needs?
3 Answers
If you can grab a used RTX 3060 for around $200, that could be your best bet. If you're set on going for new, I'd say save a bit more for the RX 9060 XT 16GB. In the meantime, you could utilize the integrated graphics on your 9600X for casual gaming until you save up more.
Honestly, if you’re really on a budget, it seems odd to be spending on extra RGB fans instead of pushing for a better GPU. Maybe consider dropping some of the extra features to afford a 16GB card instead. Plus, a 7600X CPU could help you save a few bucks too!
It might help to clarify what your budget is and what level of performance you’re aiming for. Just a heads-up, all these cards are great for 1080p. If you could stretch your budget a little for the RX 9060 XT 16GB, I think it's worth it over the others. Just consider if you want to forgo some of the RGB and extra fans to upgrade your GPU – that might really enhance your gaming experience.
Yeah, I’m looking at 1080p gaming, but even cutting out RGB isn't enough for that card in my budget.
That's a solid plan, just keep in mind the 3060 will serve you well for 1080p gaming!