Best graphics card 2023: which to buy 

The best 2023 AMD graphics card to choose to play in 1440p

Graphics cards by performance – GPU hierarchy

This classification of graphics cards per performance makes it possible to compare each NVIDIA or AMD GPU from the FPS at stake. You will find below a comparative table of GPUs with the average of the FPS in 1080p, 1440p and 4k. This GPU hierarchy displays 2023 models, but also previous years, there are more than three generations in the table below. And if you play on a laptop, you will also find specific GPUs.

It should be noted that the values ​​presented in this classification are FPS averages obtained from several games, which means that certain performance may be better or worse depending on the game. In addition, some games are optimized for AMD and others for Nvidia. The indicated FPS averages correspond to an ultra graphic quality, which means that if you want to increase the refresh frequency, as to reach 144 Hz, it may be necessary to slightly reduce graphic details.

Summary

• Graphics cards – performance hierarchy
• Comparative table of graphics card performance
• Optimize FPS to reduce the cost
• What’s the best value for money graphics card ?

Graphics cards – performance hierarchy

This comparison table of GPU aims to help you choose your new graphics card. But also to see where your current GPU is in this hierarchy. If you hesitate to change, a simple rule applies, do not change below 30% performance gain.

The other point to take into consideration for the purchase of a new graphics card is your PC screen. Choose a GPU depending on the resolution of your screen and the cooling rate. If your screen is limited to 75 Hz, it is not worth taking a monster of power. The ideal is to couple your purchase, graphics card and PC screen. With the starting base, the performance indicated in this graphics cards ranking.

To help you in your approach, we have several useful guides:

Finally, you will also find in the classification of graphics cards below, links to graphics card purchase guides. These items are updated regularly to list the best deals according to the performance / price ratio. Furthermore, if you want to compare a graphics card that is not in our comparison table of GPUs. Then you will certainly find additional information in the Tomshardware guide.

Comparative table of graphics card performance

Year	Graphic card	FPS in 1080p	FPS EN 1440P	FPS in 4K
2022	RTX 4090	372	283	179
2023	RTX 4080 Ti	348	265	168
2022	RX 7900 XTX	337	255	153
2022	RTX 4080	321	246	156
2022	RX 7900 XT	307	232	145
2022	RX 6950 XT	272	206	132
2023	RTX 4070	270	204	131
2022	RTX 3090 Ti	267	201	128
2020	RTX 3090	254	193	121
2020	RX 6900 XT	252	192	113
2021	RTX 3080 Ti	240	183	110
2020	RX 6800 XT	234	178	103
2020	RTX 3080	230	173	105
2023	RTX 4060 Ti	228	170	102
2023	RTX 4060	198	148	91
2021	RTX 3070 Ti	195	144	92
2020	RX 6800	192	142	83
2021	RTX 3070 Ti	188	139	86
2020	RTX 3070	185	135	81
2021	RX 6700 XT	176	129	77
2018	Titan RTX	170	129	78
2018	RTX 2080 Ti	165	126	76
2020	RTX 3060 Ti	152	115	70
2021	RX 6700	151	114	70
2019	RTX 2080 Super	147	112	68
2022	RX 6650 XT	146	110	65
2017	Titan V	144	110	67
2018	RTX 2080	142	106	63
2021	RX 6600 XT	139	104	62
2023	RTX 4050	135	101	61
2020	RTX 3060	136	102	61
2019	RTX 2070 Super	132	98	58
2017	GTX 1080 Ti	133	101	60
2021	RX 6600 XT	132	100	60
2017	Titan XP	130	98	60
2019	Radeon VII	130	97	57
2019	RX 5700 XT	127	94	55
2018	RTX 2070	125	91	55
2019	RX 5700	116	86	51
2019	RTX 2060 Super	119	85	50
2016	GTX 1080	113	83	49
2020	RX 5600 XT	110	81	47
2019	RTX 2060	112	78	45
2017	RX Vega 64	106	78	46
2017	GTX 1070 Ti	105	77	45
2021	RTX 3050 Ti	104	76	44
2015	GTX Titan X	102	74	43
2017	RX Vega 56	99	73	43
2019	RTX 2080 Mobile	99	74	44
2019	GTX 1660 Ti	100	73	43
2021	RTX 3050	97	72	41
2016	GTX 1070	96	70	41
2019	GTX 1660 Super	94	69	40
2016	GTX 1080 Mobile	96	70	41
2019	GTX 1660	88	65	38
2019	RTX 2080 Max-q	85	64	38
2019	RTX 2070 Mobile	88	64	39
2019	GTX 1660 Ti Mobile	72	53	31
2017	GTX 1080 Max-q	85	62	36
2016	GTX 1070 Mobile	82	59	35
2015	GTX 980 Ti	89	64	38
2015	R9 Fury X	80	61	37
2018	RX 590	84	60	34
2019	RTX 2060 Mobile	78	55	32
2019	RTX 2070 Max-q	75	55	33
2014	GTX 980	76	55	32
2019	GTX 1650 Super	77	56	33
2019	RX 5500 XT 8GB	76	54	31
2017	RX 580	74	53	30
2015	R9 nano	73	55	33
2017	GTX 1070 Max-q	72	52	31
2018	RX Vega 56 Mobile	69	51	30
2019	GTX 1660 Ti Max-q	68	50	29
2015	R9 Fury	69	52	30
2019	RX 5500 XT 4GB	68	49	28
2016	GTX 1060 6GB	69	49	29
2016	RX 480	63	46	28
2016	GTX 1060 3GB	65	47	28
2015	R9 390X	67	49	29
2017	RX 570	61	45	26
2014	GTX 970	64	46	28
2015	R9 390	62	45	25
2019	GTX 1650	59	43	25
2016	GTX 1060 Mobile	59	42	25
2016	RX 470	55	40	23
2014	GTX 980M	53	38	23
2015	GTX 980 Mobile	53	38	23
2016	GTX 980MX	53	38	23
2017	GTX 1060 Max-q	52	37	22
2017	RX 580 Mobile	52	37	21
2018	RX 580X Mobile	52	37	21
2017	Pro WX 7100 Mobile	47	34	20
2015	R9 380X	46	33	20
2016	RX 480 Mobile	44	32	19
2017	RX 570 Mobile	43	31	18
2014	GTX 970M 6GB	45	32	19
2014	GTX 970M	44	31	19
2019	GTX 1650 Max-q	40	29	17
2019	GTX 1650 Mobile	41	30	17
2016	GTX 1050 Ti	40	29	17
2015	R9 380	41	30	17
2014	R9 M290X	42	30	19
2014	R9 280	40	29	16
2016	RX 470 Mobile	38	28	16
2015	GTX 960	40	28	16
2017	GTX 1050 Ti Mobile	34	25	15
2018	GTX 1050	34	25	14
2015	GTX 950	31	22	13
2018	GTX 1050 Ti Max-q	30	22	13

Optimize FPS to reduce the cost

As we said previously, this classification of graphics cards is based on the FPS obtained with ultra quality. But if you are looking to optimize FPS, there are still a lot of margin compared to the figures indicated in this comparative table of GPUs. In order to optimize the FPS in play, here are several solutions:

• The simplest: lower graphic quality, optimize the graphic settings for each game. (We have many guides on this subject such as: the graphic settings of Apex Legends: Boost your FPS, Settings)
• Use the NVIDIA DLSS
• Doing upscaling with the GPU: see our guide to activate the Sharpening Nvidia image with UPSCALING GPU to obtain a upscaling by minimizing graphic quality loss. And for AMD Radeon GPUs, follow this link: AMD Sharpening Image Radeon: Improvement of Image and Upscaling

Finally, if your graphics card is no longer able to run your favorite games, but you don’t have the budget yet to buy a new GPU. So maybe the cloud gaming is a good temporary solution or even in the longer term. Remember that GeForce Now, Nvidia Streaming is free ! Certainly the free version has a few limits, but for 5 € per month, you can even activate Ray Tracing, RTX we ! You have comments on this graphics cards ranking ? Do not hesitate to use the comments, we improve this comparative table of GPUs with your comments.

What’s the best value for money graphics card ?

For the best value for money, there are two cards that clearly emerge from this ranking of the best graphics cards:

1. The RX 5700 XT offers the best performance / price (or FPS / Price)
2. RTX 3060 has a less attractive performance / price ratio, but it allows you to activate Ray Tracing (RTX ON) and NVIDIA owner technologies like DLSS.

But beware, as we say frequently, the best choice will be a graphics card adapted to the resolution of your screen and the frequency of refreshment. But if the two cards mentioned have a too large budget. So fall back on the RX 5600 XT or a little cheaper the RX 5500 XT 8GB side AMD side. On the NVIDIA side, it will be in the decreasing order, the GTX 1660 Super or the GTX 1650 Super.

Best graphics card 2023: which to buy ?

Read this complete comparison to buy the model that best suits your needs in 2023.

Posted on April 4, 2023 at 6 p.m. 02 min

We can say that gamers and demanding professionals looking for the best 2023 graphics card are rather spoiled. There are indeed many formidably efficient models at AMD such as the range of Radeon RX 6000 Series cards, or at Nvidia with the RTX 4000 range.

Fortunately, after months of shortages, graphics cards are back in stock. In this comparison, we therefore offer a selection of the best cards available in 2023, either from the point of view of their technical sheet, or from the point of view of their usefulness to improve your gaming experience at a lower cost, and perhaps bypass the shortage.

Top 5 Best graphics card 2023 ::

1. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
2. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
3. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
4. AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT
5. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080/3080 Ti
6. AMD Radeon RX 6800
7. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070/3070 TI

1- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

The best 2023 graphics card to choose from Nvidia

It’s simple: if you want the most powerful graphics card on the market in 2023, it’s the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090. We are entitled to major architectural improvements, with the fastest GPU available on the market, and higher clock frequencies. Upscaling technology boosted at DLSS 3 Avoids the effects of CPU clutter bottles.

But it will take more time for a maximum of games and programs to support it. NVIDIA is targeting here especially gamers, but with a recommended price that exceeds € 1,500 (the price found exceeds, cheerfully the € 2,000) it is undoubtedly especially the professionals who will appreciate the raw performance of this card in a first time.

These graphics cards are indeed taking new horizons in terms of raw performance and machine learning which will probably justify the investment with these profiles – more than with a majority of gamers.

2- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

No doubt the best choice for the greatest number in 2023

If the 4090 price is not for you, but you have enough budget to opt for the latest generation NVIDIA, the NVIDIA 4080 is an interesting choice. We are on a little lower performance, but which remain formidable compared to the previous generation.

The cutting-edge graphics card embarks 16 GB of G6x Ultra-fast memory. And offers Upscaling DLSS 3 technology, and overall an update of all hearts and enclaves compared to the previous generation – all, always with hearts dedicated to Ray Tracing and AI, and an ultra-faible latency.

To give you an idea of ​​its capacities, Nvidia talks about relative performance between almost 2 times and more than 3 times greater than what an NVIDIA 3080 Ti can issue.

3- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

The other best choice graphics card in 2023

You are looking for the best alternative graphics card in 2023 ? The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 graphics card is the 2nd plus powerful currently available on the market – when it is not out of stock. This map is the most powerful example of the second generation NVIDIA RTX Ampere architecture. She breaks records in the count of RT and Tensor hearts and has new flow multiproits to multiply by two her performances in terms of artificial intelligence and Ray Tracing.

“Deep Learning super-calibration” also called DLSS, allows these cards to up the image and thus produce 4K, or even 8K HDR renderings without knocking out the GPU GPU. Thanks to this technology, players can play their favorite games with all the adjustments to the maximum, without making the FPS counter start. Provided that the rest of the machine follows, it will work. In detail, this card contains no less than 10.496 Cuda hearts, with a basic frequency of 1.40 GHz and Boost of 1.70 GHz. It contains 24 GB of TRUM GDDR6X Ultra-fast.

All with a 384-bit bis. The hearts of Ray Tracing are of 2nd generation, and the 3rd generation Tensor hearts. It is obviously compatible with DirectX 12 Ultimate and offers all the latest graphic technologies of Nvidia (DLSS, PCIe Gen 4, Re-Re-BAR, GeForce Experience, Ansel, Freestyle, Shadowplay, Highlights, G-SYNC, GPU Boost, etc.)). The recommended sale price is € 1549.00. But because of high demand and shortages, it is de facto rarely at this price.

Here are some Asus, MSI and PNY models that were available when writing this comparison:

4- AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT

The best 2023 graphics card that can be chosen at AMD

You are looking for the best 2023 graphics card but do not manage to get your hands on a RTX 4090 at a reasonable price ? Try your luck at AMD. The Radeon RX 6900 XT are the best in the founder. We are on the equivalent of an RTX 3090 even if all the benchmarks do not agree – the Nvidia cards keep, in many situations, a slight advantage. These cards run on a brand new RDNA2 architecture, with again new records in the count of hearts and various key components.

The GPU thus contains 80 calculation units, with a base frequency of 2.015 GHz and a boost frequency of 2,250 GHz. 80 units are dedicated to Ray Tracing. The GPU also contains 128 output rendering units, 5120 flow processors, 320 texture units, for a total number of 26.8 billion transistors. Maximum half-resume calculation performance is 46.08 TFOPS. In simple precision, we fall at 23.04 TFOPS.

On the memory side, we have GDDR6 up to 16 GB. AMD uses as a 128 MB bonus of “Infinity Cache”, the memory interface is 256-bit for a maximum memory bandwidth of 512 GB/s. Compared to the GeForce RTX 3090 This card is optimized for the 4K game. She cannot deliver graphics in 8K HDR as her competitor. To give you an idea of ​​its performance, AMD explains that in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla in 4K with ultra high settings, the card delivers a solid 70 FPX.

In Dirt 5 with the same settings, we end up at 76 fps. If we go down in 1440p for example in Fortnite, we obtain 204 FPS. In Overwatch with Epic settings in 1440p we even reach 326 FPS. The recommended price of this card is € 1059.10, but as at Nvidia we rarely find it (very short and) at this price. These models were nevertheless available at the time of writing this purchasing guide:

5- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080/3080 TI

The best high -end Nvidia 2023 graphics card to choose for 4K game

The GeForce RTX 3080 and its TI version may be less muscular than the 3090, we stay on formidable maps on the performance side. Like the 3090, these cards benefit from all the latest popular technologies of gamers such as the DLSS (super sampling by Deep Learning) which allows the card a fairly impressive sleight of hand.

The RTX 3080 is indeed capable of displaying without forcing exceptional 4K graphics thanks to this technology which is actually based on upscaling and a good dose of AI. In the same way this card is natively adapted to Ray Tracing. Technologies like NVIDIA SLRDED make it possible to reduce latency-provided you have a G-SYNC monitor.

In addition to the game, this graphics card can be suitable for edition of heavy video content, up to 8k. It also improves livestreams by using better compression algorithms. Two variants of this card exist. The basic model, the RTX 3080, has 8704 CUDA hearts clocked at 1.71 GHz (BOOST) and associated with 10 GB of VRAM GDDR6X. This is undoubtedly the best graphics card for the game in 4K.

6- AMD Radeon RX 6800/6800 XT

The best high -end 2023 AMD graphics card to choose for 4K game

Whether it’s choice or opportunity, the AMD Radeon 6800 is the best graphics card on the market in the face of NVIDIA RTX 3080. We are entitled to a latest generation architecture RDNA 2, 60 improved calculation units, 128 MB of “Infinity Cache” cache and up to 16 GB of VRAM GDDR6 to sublimate your video games to 4K.

With this definition, AMD explains that you can hope to get around 60 FPS in games like Assassin’s Creed Odyssey (Ultra High Settings) or DIRT 5 (Ultra high settings). And if you bring down the definition of a notch, for example in 1440p, the counting of the number of images per second takes off.

With Epic settings, we obtain in Fortnite, up to 156 fps. In Overwatch, the figure rises to 266 fps. Like Nvidia, AMD offers a series of technologies like Fidelityfx-the equivalent of the DLSS system-or AMD Freesync (equivalent of the Nvidia G-Sync). Note that these cards are in very high demand and that it is therefore impossible to obtain it at its normal price, when units are actually available.

7- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070/3070 TI

The best 2023 graphics card to choose for the price ratio price with performance close to the 2080 Ti

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 and the 3070 TI model are undoubtedly the best graphics card that Nvidia currently offers. We have performances 8% higher than those of RTX 2080 TI and 70% performance up compared to the 2070. This card gives access to the 4K game, even if in many titles, it will be necessary to deal with medium and high settings rather than ultra to obtain a really pleasant rendering, beyond 60 fps.

Performance that is not a surprise, since that was already what the 2080 Ti was doing. When it was released it was obviously the model we recommended. The card was offered at two thirds of the price of an RTX 2080 Ti, which made it a very interesting option. But as you know the shortage of components has been there, and the prices are still pretty crazy, even if we are on more reasonable prices than those of the more efficient cards.

This card exists in a variant Ti. But the difference in performance is less spectacular than on more expensive models. On average, the 3070 TI is indeed only 12% faster than the classic version.

8- AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

The best 2023 AMD graphics card to choose to play in 1440p

The 4K game is not an obligation, and AMD as Nvidia also have cheaper graphics cards to seduce gamers that are still on the 1440p definition. In this category, the best graphics card is undoubtedly the Radeon XT 6700 XT of AMD. The component gives access to the RDNA 2 architecture with 40 powerful improved calculation units, the Infinity Cache as well as 16 GB of VRAM GDDR6.

AMD gives some indicative benchmarks on what these cards are capable. In Assassin’s Ceed Valhalla for example, with ultra settings, in 1440p, we reach 82 fps. In Dirt 5 with the same settings, we are on 71 fps. With the EPIC settings we reach 126 FPS in Fortnite and up to 212 fps in Overwatch.

The card is also very good at 3D design with 36% better performance than an RX 5700 in Blender. Or even higher performance than RX 5700 in Davinci Resolve Studio.

9- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 /3060 TI

The best 2023 NVIDIA graphics card to choose to play in Full HD (1080p) or QHD (1440p)

The 4K does not interest you and your instructor is 1080p (Full HD) ? The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 or the 3060 TI is the best graphics card in your case. It delivers performance of the order of the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT graphics card – or very exceptional mid -range performance. We find all the technologies of the more expensive cards.

Like the DLSS which makes it possible to draw performance in their entrenchment thanks to machine learning and Upscaling technologies. Or the Nvidia G-Sync which allows with compatible screens to reduce latency to the bare minimum. Ray Tracing is also enhanced by its second generation RT hearts.

In addition, this card is also very useful for demanding professionals. It accelerates your work in creation software like Blender, or to edit very heavy videos in Adobe Premiere, until the 8K definition.

Conclusion: What graphics card to buy in 2023

At the moment, as you have undoubtedly noticed, the price of graphics cards starts to fall back, although it takes more than 2,000 euros to get one of the last RTX 4090s particularly requested in 2023. But the 4080 has done since its arrival with much milder prices. The fact remains that the older generations like the RTX 3000 return to Amazon and to various sellers, with prices which show signs finally (slightly) dowels.

This should allow some to finally complete their set in 2023, but beware: it would be wrong to tell you that they are given. Between the war in Ukraine, the confinements in China and the dispute that they raise, and more generally international tensions, it remains difficult for large founders to offer their last outings everywhere at reasonable prices.

I need a graphics card.
Which one to choose ?

Play at low prices or geeker without compromise ? HD, 4K or 3D ? To take advantage of exceptional graphics without tearing off the eyes hair, it’s easy and it’s right here !

What is your ideal graphics card ?

You want a selection of graphics cards just for you ? Nothing’s easier ! Answer this questionnaire in two stages three movements, and presto: your ideal card appears !

Better understand

A Gra … what ?

A graphics card ! Okay, we’re exaggerating a bit: maybe you know what a graphics card is, but perhaps also that you do not know what composes it ?
Here are some rules to know:

• Not all PCs have a graphics card ! If your computer is intended for office use (or in any case not very graphic), a GPU (G = “Graphics”) already integrated into any processor is more than. And some can be very efficient !

• A graphics card is made up of different elements:
  1- A graphic processor, which determines the frequency (expressed in MHz or GHz) and the delicacy of engraving of the electronic elements ..
  2- His RAM from 1 to 32 GB and using different names (GDDR5, GDDR6, etc.)
  3- Its cooling, which can be replaced or multiplied by other additions of fans or watercooling … (useful for large graphics cards really stressed !)).

NVIDIA VS AMD: The Titans War

There are two graphics card manufacturers worldwide: NVIDIA and AMD, two brands in the different qualities to choose according to your needs.

• AMD is sobriety and good value for money. Their cards have fewer on-board options, but the main thing is there: multi-screen management, freesync anti-laying of the image, adaptation of automatic resolution or VR optimization … We went around !
• Nvidia, the market leader. Full of various technologies, their graphics cards are famous for their very great performances. Improvement of lights, frequency, visual rendering in addition to those usual, everything is done to optimize your display … at a higher price.

Asus, MSI, Gigabyte… Kézako ?

When you look at the name of a graphics card, you can see many names of “Corsair”, “MSI”, etc. Adjoked to the rest of the description. These are the “assemblers”, those who set up the cards by adding their sauce: more memory, better cooling, frequency. Do not hesitate to check the options of your future adored card offered by his assembler !

I want my eyes full !

Okay … but if you have a little powerful PC or a small screen, there is no point in aiming too high !

Choose above all a card for your needs.

• Take a card compatible with your motherboard, otherwise it is useless ! Ha yes, also be careful to check her size: it would be a shame that she could not enter your small box !
• Adapt your power according to your screen (do not hesitate to follow our screen guide. ): Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080p), 2K/WQHD (2560 x 1440p) or 4K (3840 x 2160p), VR or 3D use… It’s up to you to see !
• The race for power is not necessarily useful or visible. On the other hand, do not hesitate to check its consumption (indicated in watts): a less greedy graphics card, it is also a quieter card. And conversely, a large graphics card, it is an energy -consuming card and a large diet to install !
  You do not know which power supply is compatible with your graphics card ? Our configurator will tell you !
• Check the proposed connectors and your own equipment: Display Port (the most recent and therefore the most recommended), DVI, HDMI, VGA…

No, but I just want.

Surf, watch movies.

So no need to embarrass yourself: a graphic chip already integrated into your processor will do the trick very well. If you still plan a few small games of games accessible to all, you can split a small entry-level graphics card “Fanless”, that is to say without cooling and therefore silent. Be careful for dedicated Home Cinema PCs very compact to choose “Mini ITX” cards, otherwise it will never come in !

Play Fortnite !

You want to quietly play on your Full HD screen ? An entry/mid -range graphics card (200/300 €) will be able to do the trick ! 6 GB of memory (on the graphics card, not the PC !) will be sufficient, and you can even target the multi -screen without incident for occasional but comfortable game. Be careful not to go beyond a 27-inch screen: larger, the resolution will quickly be too greedy.

Play the latest AAA games

For more gourmet games, a 2K resolution or a larger power request, high -end cards (300 € minimum) will allow you to enjoy more beautiful details, better fluidity, or VR at more affordable prices. A memory of 8 GB will offer you more ease, especially if you always ask for more !

Play in 4K at 144 Hz

You, your dream is the most beautiful, the biggest, the maximum. Very good: after the checking of your equipment, you can crack on a very high -end graphics card. They are expensive but efficient, and will give you the best of the best: sublimated details, optimized speed … Some even have two processors for even more power. Beware however of their cooling, the size taken in the box … and the noise !

Our selection according to your budget

Less than 300 €:

Gigabyte GT 1030 Low Profile D4 2G

2 GB GDDR4 – HDMI/DVI – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce GT 1030)
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MSI GeForce GT 730 N730K-2GD3H/LPV1

2 GB DDR3 – HDMI/DVI/VGA – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce GT 730)
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KFA2 GeForce GTX 1630 Ex (1-Click Oc Feature)

4 GB GDDR6 – HDMI/Displayport/DVI – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce GTX 1630)
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GAINWARD GeForce GTX 1650 D6 GHOST

4 GB GDDR6 – HDMI/Dual DisplayPort – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650)
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Between € 300 and € 500:

MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ventus 2x 12g oc LHR

12 GB GDDR6 – HDMI/TRI Displayport – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060)
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Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3060 Gaming OC 12G (Rev 2.0) (LHR)

12 GB GDDR6 – Dual HDMI/Dual DisplayPort – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060)
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Sapphire Pulse Radeon RX 6700 XT 12GB

12 GB GDDR6 – HDMI/TRI Displayport – PCI Express (AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT)
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Asus Dual GeForce RTX 3060 O12G (LHR)

12 GB GDDR6 – HDMI/TRI Displayport – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060)
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Over 500 €:

Gainward GeForce RTX 4090 Phantom

24 GB GDDR6X – HDMI/TRI Displayport – DLSS 3 – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090)
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GAINWARD GeForce RTX 4070 GHOST

12 GB GDDR6X – HDMI/TRI Displayport – DLSS 3 – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070)
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Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4080 Gaming OC 16G

16 GB GDDR6X – HDMI/TRI Displayport – DLSS 3 – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080)
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Asus ROG Stix GeForce RTX 3070 Ti O8G Gaming (LHR)

8 GB GDDR6X – Dual HDMI/TRI Displayport – PCI Express (Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 TI)
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In addition :

Central element of a powerful gaming pc, the graphics card must be the component you need to choose with care so as not to be frustrated with the performance delivered by your machine during your gaming sessions. Marked by the release of the RTX 3090 TI and the new RADEON RX, the year 2022 offers more than any other choice in terms of GPU for video games and the heavy application. With the LDLC purchasing guide 2022 Special graphics card, Find the graphics card most suited to your play style and your equipment. For the assembly of a PC or a upgrade of your machine, find on LDLC.com The best graphics cards of the moment And finally play in the best conditions !

Framerate and resolution: 2 elements to take into account to choose the right graphics card

For gaming use, a graphics card is mainly chosen according to the types of games you play (and therefore the framerate you need to target) but also the definition of your screen. The graphics options are the adjustment cursor to gain in FPS or in display quality.

We favor for example more visual quality on adventure games at the expense of display speed. This type of game generally offers good gameplay at 60 fps. On the other hand, more competitive titles such as solo or multi-players FPS require a higher refresh rate. In multi, playing more than 120 FPS will offer you a definite advantage over your opponents by reducing latency, ghosting effects but also blurring.

Taking this into account and assuming your Gamer PC screen offers a frequency of refreshment adapted to your games, let’s now dwell on The most recommended models of graphics cards for each resolution.

Best graphics card to play in Full HD 1080p (2022)

For this resolution, the mid-range around 300-400 euros allows you to obtain good results on screens of 24 or 27 inch. We recommend the range of 16xx GTX at NVIDIA and RX 5XX side AMD. Entrance/mid -range is a good choice if you are looking for example a Graphics card to play Fortnite comfortably.

• The GTX 1660 will allow you to reach 60 FPS with the graphics as much as possible or in medium depending on the game.
• The Radeon RX 580 is the best alternative at AMD for a slightly lower price.
• The RTX 2060 is the entry level of cards under Turing architecture and will allow you to enjoy Ray Tracing.

Best graphics card to play in 2K 1440p (2022)

Here you will have to invest more if you want to run the latest triple a. The mid -range is between 500 and 600 euros.

• The AMD RX 5700XT and the RTX 2070 Super were up to the release of the RTX 30xx the best options for the game in 1440p. Their prices similar to that of RTX 3070 now make them obsolete graphics cards. However, it is possible to find good deals on the second -hand market.
• The 3070 is therefore currently the best choice to play in 1440p at 60 fps. On such a resolution, it will however be too fair to reach 144 FPS. However, The 3070 is a great option if you are looking for a graphics card for the VR.
• The RTX 3080 is efficient enough for the 1440p 144 Hz. Here is finally a graphics card for high high ! On the other hand, it will probably be necessary to make some graphic concessions on certain games.

Best graphics card to play in 4K 2160p (2022)

With the RTX 30, Nvidia wishes to democratize the game in 4K and finally offers a stable solution for this resolution. With a decreased pricing positioning after the Covid outbreak, the high -end is now between 800 and 1,500 euros.

• The RTX 3080 is definitely the good to do everything graphics card. At ease on high resolutions, the 4K at 60 fps Finally becomes possible. On games particularly gourmet in graphic resources, it keeps the 40 FPS without flinching. You are looking for a Graphics card for Flight Simulator 2022 ? So go for it !
• RTX 3090 and RTC 3090 TI are the most powerful graphics cards in Nvidia, Ultra high -end, and as such is the best for 4K. They are nevertheless intended for more substantial budgets with prices that exceed 2500 euros for custom versions.