I'm looking to upgrade my graphics card from a GTX 1070. I mainly play indie games and roguelikes, but I want to dive into more story-driven single-player titles like Metro Exodus, Baldur's Gate 3, and Cyberpunk. My budget is around $500 AUD (that's roughly $300-$350 USD). I'm not looking for ultra graphics, but I'd prefer not to play on low settings. I'm not in a hurry to purchase, so I can consider going slightly over my budget, but I'd like to stay close to it. What are good options for me? Let me know if you need any more details!
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For your budget, I'd recommend this PowerColor Reaper Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB. It's a solid choice unless you're okay with considering a used GPU. Here's a link to check it out: [link].
Before you upgrade, it's critical to ensure your whole system can handle a new graphics card. Please provide your full system specs. Upgrading from a GTX 1070 to any modern GPU is a significant leap, but I need to know if your current setup can support it efficiently.
My specs are Intel i5-10500, 16GB RAM, and of course, the GTX 1070. My PC case is relatively small, probably limiting me to a 2-fan GPU, and I think my power supply is around 150W, maybe a bit more. The system was handed down from my cousin who used it for about three years, so it should be decent.
You should definitely consider either the RTX 5060 Ti or the RX 9060 XT 16GB, depending on the prices you're getting. Just check which one you can get cheaper. Both will serve you well for the games you want to play!
I did a quick search, and the RX 9060 XT seems about $200 cheaper than the 5060 Ti. Is there a specific brand I should look for when choosing? I’ve seen AUSUS, Gigabyte, and PowerColor—any recommendations?
The 16GB version is slightly over budget, but it’s worth it for future-proofing. Check it out here: [link]. It’ll give you a good lifespan!