I recently built my first mid-range PC with a Ryzen 5 9600X, 16GB of DDR5 memory in a single stick, a Corsair RM750e power supply, and an MSI X870E Gaming Plus WiFi motherboard. I already use a PS5 as my main gaming device, so I don't want to spend a huge amount on a graphics card. However, I'd like to play games such as Forza, along with some AAA titles and Fortnite, when I'm using my PC. GPU prices are especially high where I live: for example, an RX 9070 XT Gaming OC 16GB costs about $780 in the US but around $970 locally. What graphics card would offer good value for this setup?
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The RX 9070 XT would be a strong choice if you can find one at a reasonable price, while the RX 9060 XT makes more sense if you’re trying to keep costs down. At 1080p, the 9060 XT should handle Fortnite and most games comfortably. I’d compare current benchmarks and local prices, then choose the least expensive card that meets the performance level you actually want.
The best recommendation depends heavily on your budget and the games and resolution you plan to use. Since you mentioned mostly AAA games and Fortnite, focus on benchmarks for those titles rather than buying the most powerful card available. A mid-range option should be enough if you’re playing at 1080p, while the RX 9070 XT is more appropriate if you want higher settings, higher resolutions, or better long-term headroom.
I’m mainly considering some AAA games and Fortnite. I’m not particularly concerned about other esports titles.
How long would you expect the RX 9070 XT to remain useful—around five years or more? Also, what do you think about the RX 9070 GRE?