What GPU should I buy for 1080p gaming and video editing under $350?
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MellowPine47
My used RX 6600 XT recently started showing artifacts and then stopped posting after about four months, so I need a replacement. My system has a Ryzen 5 5500, 32GB of Corsair Vengeance memory, a B550 motherboard, and a 650W power supply. I mainly play games at 1080p and also edit video for content creation. I'd prefer to spend less than $350 and would rather buy new with a warranty, though I'm open to a used card from a reputable seller with buyer protection or a return period. I've considered the RX 7600 and Arc B580, but I'm especially interested in AMD or Nvidia options. There's also a Micro Center within driving distance if they have a worthwhile deal.
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For video editing, Nvidia is probably the safer choice in this price range because NVENC can make exporting and encoding much faster. A new RTX 4060 around $300 would give you a warranty and solid 1080p performance, while a used RTX 3070 or 3080 could offer more raw performance if you’re comfortable buying used.
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Try to find a used RTX 3070 in the $200–$260 range. It’s still a strong card for 1080p gaming and editing, and it leaves room in the budget for a better deal or extra storage. An RTX 4060 Ti could also make sense if you find one priced competitively.
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A used RTX 3080 could be worth hunting for if you can find one below $350 from a trustworthy seller. It offers strong 1080p performance and should handle editing well, but check its condition, power requirements, and return policy carefully.
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MellowPine47: That’s helpful—hardware encoding for editing is one of the main reasons I’m considering Nvidia.