I'm looking to upgrade my GPU and I currently have an Intel i7 13700K processor. I've been changing out parts in my PC over the last couple of years, so I'm not a complete newbie, but I need some guidance on this upgrade. I want to go with an Nvidia GPU but I'm worried about whether I should go big for future proofing or if a mid-range option would suffice. My budget is around £1000, but I could stretch it a bit if necessary. I'd appreciate any advice on what might be the best choice for my setup!
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It really depends on your gaming needs and which resolution you play at. Are you at 1080p, 1440p, or 4K? If you're fine with 1440p or 4K, then you might want to go for something like the RTX 4080 or maybe even the 5090 if you're feeling adventurous! But if you want to save some cash, a solid mid-range GPU might work just fine.
Honestly, the best GPU you can afford is the way to go. Since you have a solid i7 like that, it should handle whatever high-end card you throw at it, especially for gaming at decent resolutions. Definitely think about your gaming needs and future-proofing a bit, but don’t overspend if you don’t need to.
I’ll likely stick to 1440p for now, so maybe a mid-range option is a sweet spot for performance and budget.