I'm putting together a new PC build for around $800, targeting 1080p gaming (mostly non-esports titles) and some AI work. For AI, I primarily use the GPU for local inference, although I also utilize Colab/Cloud for other tasks. I'm currently considering the following GPUs: AMD RX 7600XT ($350), Intel ARC A770 ($350), RTX 4060 ($330), RTX 3060 ($300), and Intel ARC A750 ($220). The prices for these aren't great, but they're the ones available in my budget and I prefer new models over used ones, especially since options like the 6750XT and 6800XT are out of stock. Any help deciding which GPU would be the best choice?
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If you're focusing on AI, especially for heavy tasks, you'll want at least 16GB of VRAM. The Intel A770 might be a good fit if you can find the Acer Predator version, as it's nice for the price and can handle AI workloads fairly well. However, for pure gaming performance at 1080p, go with the RX 7600XT; it's typically your best option out of these.
From your list, I’d definitely recommend the RX 7600XT for gaming at 1080p. If you can snag a used RTX 3070 Ti or 3080, that might give you a better performance boost for gaming, despite having less VRAM. But for your AI needs, the 7600XT will typically perform better in some scenarios.
Thanks! Just wondering, why would the A770 not be as good for me?
What kind of AI work are you doing? Just curious if you need that much VRAM for what you're targeting.