Pick the Right GPU in 3 Steps

Choosing a graphics card shouldn’t be guesswork. Use this quick, model‑based flow to land on the right option for your setup.

Step 1: Define your workload

• Gaming: target resolution/refresh (1080p/144Hz, 1440p/165Hz, 4K/120Hz), key titles.

• Creation: video timelines (4K/8K), AI/ML, 3D rendering, viewport smoothness.

• Mixed use: prioritize the heavier workload.

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Step 2: Pick a performance tier by model

• Ultra Enthusiast (4K high‑refresh / heavy ray tracing):

  
  

  GeForce RTX 5090 • Radeon RX 7900 XTX

• High End (4K60–120 / 1440p ultra):

  
  

  GeForce RTX 5080 • Radeon RX 7900 XT

• Performance (1440p high‑FPS / 1080p competitive):

  
  

  GeForce RTX 5070 Ti • Radeon RX 7800 XT

• Mainstream (1080p high / entry 1440p):

  
  

  GeForce RTX 5060 • Radeon RX 7700 XT

Tip: Our catalog is organized by model so you can compare options quickly.

Step 3: Confirm compatibility

• Power supply: check wattage headroom and required connectors (8‑pin / 12‑pin / 12VHPWR/12V‑2×6).

• Case clearance & slot width: length, height, and 2.5–3.5‑slot coolers; verify adjacent slots.

• CPU & motherboard: avoid bottlenecks; use a full‑length PCIe x16 slot.

• Display ports: match your monitor (HDMI 2.1 / DP 1.4/2.1) for the target resolution/refresh.

• Airflow: ensure adequate intake/exhaust.

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