3 best gaming video cards

  • Connectivity:

    • Modern gaming video cards typically offer HDMI and DisplayPort outputs for connecting to monitors and TVs. Consider the number and type of ports you need for your setup.
  • Form Factor:

    • Graphics cards come in various sizes and form factors, with larger ones often offering better cooling solutions and more features.
  • Compatibility:

    • Ensure that the GPU you choose is compatible with your motherboard and power supply. Check for physical space within your PC case as well.
  • Overclocking:

    • Some gaming video cards come with factory overclocking, while others can be manually overclocked for improved performance. Be aware of warranty implications when overclocking.
  • Driver Support:

    • Regular driver updates from the manufacturer are essential for optimizing performance and compatibility with the latest games and software.
  • Price and Availability:

    • GPU prices can fluctuate due to demand and availability. Consider your budget and the current market conditions when purchasing a gaming video card.
  • Reviews and Benchmarks:

    • Before making a purchase, consult reviews and benchmarks to understand the performance of the card in real-world scenarios.
  • Multi-GPU Configurations:

    • While it was once common to use multiple GPUs for increased performance, it's less prevalent today due to driver and scaling issues. Consider a single powerful GPU instead.
  • In summary, gaming video cards are critical components for gaming PCs, impacting the visual quality and performance of games.Consider factors like brand, performance, VRAM, connectivity, and compatibility when choosing the right GPU for your gaming needs.

    Below you can find our editor's choice of the best gaming video cards on the market
      

    ASRock Phantom Gaming D Radeon RX 570 DirectX 12 RX570 4G 4GB 256-Bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card

    ASRock

    Based on 17 reviews Check latest price

    Product description

    Model BrandASRock SeriesPhantom Gaming D ModelRX570 4G Interface InterfacePCI Express 3.0 x16 Chipset Chipset ManufacturerAMD GPU SeriesAMD Radeon RX 500 Series GPURadeon RX 570 Core ClockOC Mode: 1293 MHz Default Mode: 1244 MHz Silent Mode: 1194 MHz Stream Processors2048 Stream Processors Memory Effective Memory ClockOC Mode: 7028 MHz Default Mode: 7000 MHz Silent Mode: 6972 MHz

    • 4GB 256-Bit GDDR5, Default Mode: 1244 MHz
    • Core Clock OC Mode: 1293 MHz
    • 1 x Dual-link DVI-D 1 x HDMI 2.0 3 x DisplayPort 1.4
    • PCI Express 3.0 x16

    User questions & answers

    Question: will this work with a pci express x16 gen 2 interface
    Answer: The Apple button is an open circle that revels the Apple logo on the iPad mini. Yes, it it attached to the case and allows the iPad mini to rotate 360 degrees.

    MSI Gaming GeForce GT 710 2GB GDRR3 64-bit HDCP Support DirectX 12 OpenGL 4.5 Single Fan Low Profile Graphics Card (GT 710 2GD3 LP)

    MSI

    Based on 6 reviews Check latest price

    Product description

    MSI GeForce GT 710 2GD3 LP is built with all solid capacitors to maximize lifespan of the graphic card. This low profile design GPU saves space and allow users to build smaller gaming systems. Make your entire PC experience faster with this dedicated graphics card. Now, you can enjoy up to 10x better performance than integrated graphics in all your favorite PC applications.

    • Chipset: NVIDIA GeForce GT 710; Maximum displays: 2
    • Video memory: 2gb DDR3/memory clock: 1600 MHz/memory interface: 64 bit
    • 300w system power supply requirement; Interface is PCI express 2.0 x16 uses x8
    • Connectors: VGA, dvi d dual link, HDMI; Form factor: Low profile
    • HDMI connectors is maximum resolution 4096 x 2160 at 24 hertz; DVI connectors is maximum resolution 2560 x 1600 at 60 hertz

    User questions & answers

    Question: this is pci expres x
    Answer: Yes, I installed it in my MSI MS-7587 core i3 system which supports PCI Express aka PCIe 16X
    Question: Can this be used with Windows 10 32-bit version
    Answer: Yes it can be used on windows 10 32 bit and 64 bit. I was using it on 32 then a game I wanted to play only worked in 64 so I upgraded to 64 and works just as well as before if not better
    Question: Does this come with the adapter to install in to a slimline
    Answer: Yes, it comes with a low profile adapter. BTW, I could not get this card installed on a Windows 10 computer (Dell Precision 390). When installed on a Windows 7 computer, the Windows 10 upgrade advisor said the card was not compatible with Windows 10 and would not allow the upgrade. If I had it to do over again, I'd find something else.
    Question: what are power requirements 300watts plus for your system to run this card
    Answer: The GT 710 consumes only 20W max. It gets all its power from the PCI-Express bus, which is rated 60W max. The card works fine in my SFF PC with a 220W power supply.
    Question: Does it have an ethernet connection
    Answer: Yea and a dial up
    Question: Is this laptop compatible with flash drives used on a Windows 7 PC
    Answer: Mine has 4 USB 2.0 ports and flash drives work great in all of them.
    Question: I'd like to know how old this laptop is... Can you tell me
    Answer: Mine was built in 2007. I think they stopped producing the model in 2009 or 10, so the newest ones are about ten years old. I've replaced nearly every major assembly on mine except the motherboard and case, but spare parts are cheap and common, and the laptop is incredibly easy to work on, so I expect to be able to keep it running for the foreseeable future.
    Question: Cd DVD installed
    Answer: can it burn cds?

    Product features

    MSI Gaming GeForce GT 710 1GB GDRR3 64-bit HDCP Support DirectX 12 OpenGL 4.5 Heat Sink Low Profile Graphics Card (GT 710 1GD3H LPV1)

    Core/Memory

    • 954 MHz Core
    • 1024MB DDR3 1600 MHz

    Video Output Function

    • Dual-link DVI-D x 1
    • HDMI x 1 (Version 1.4a)
    • D-Sub x 1

    ZOTAC Gaming GeForce GTX 1660 6GB GDDR5 192-bit Gaming Graphics Card, Super Compact, ZT-T16600K-10M

    ZOTAC

    Based on 1 reviews Check latest price

    Product description

    The all-new generation of ZOTAC gaming GeForce GTX graphics cards are here. Based on the new NVIDIA Turing architecture, it's packed with GDDR5 Fast memory. Get ready to get fast and game strong.



    Features

    Super compact

    Dual fans

    4K, VR and HDR ready

    NVIDIA Ansel

    NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible



    Specifications

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 gpu

    1408 CUDA cores

    6GB GDDR5 memory

    192-bit memory bus

    Engine boost clock: 1785 mhz

    Memory clock: 8.0 gbps

    PCI Express 3.0



    Connections

    3 x DisplayPort 1.4 (up to 7680x4320@60hz)

    HDMI 2.0B (up to 3840x2160@60hz)

    Quad simultaneous display capable



    Power requirements

    450-watt power supply recommended

    120-watt Max power consumption



    Software compatibility ready drivers

    Microsoft direct 12 API, Vulkan api

    OpenGL 4.5



    Dimensions

    Length: 215.9mm (8.5In)

    Height: 111.15mm (4.38In)

    Width: 2 slots (35.3mm) (1.39In)



    Box

    Height: 219mm (8.62In)

    Width: 284mm (11.18In)

    Depth: 59mm (2.32in).

    • New turing architecture
    • Classic and modern games at 1080p @ 60 fps. Supported os windows 10 / 8 / 7
    • Super compACt 8.5-inch card, fits 99% of systems
    • Dual slot, 4k/ HDR/ VR ready. Supported os - windows 10 / 7 64-bit, Linux 64-bit
    • 3 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.0b
    • Boost clock 1785 mhz

    Product features

    SUPER COMPACT

    Small powerhouse design. No need to ask “Will it fit?”

    NVIDIA TURING ARCHITECTURE

    The GeForce GTX 16 series is powered by the NVIDIA Turing architecture, bringing incredible performance to the latest games. Get Game Ready with GTX.

    GEFORCE EXPERIENCE

    The essential companion to your GeForce graphics card. Capture and share videos, screenshots, and livestreams. Keep your drivers up to date and optimize your games.

    GAME READY DRIVERS

    Get high levels of performance, and smooth experience possible, from the moment you start playing.

    VR READY

    Discover next-generation VR performance, low latency, and plug-and-play compatibility with leading headsets.

    ALL-NEW FIRESTORM

    Introducing the all-new ZOTAC GAMING FIRESTORM. Freshly designed with a more intuitive and minimal interface so you can get in and out quickly. Fine tune your ZOTAC GAMING Graphics Card with enhanced intelligence, adjust the SPECTRA lighting, or simply monitor the hardware status with the new FIRESTORM utility.

    OC SCANNER

    Getting more out of your ZOTAC GAMING GeForce graphics cards has never been easier. With the all-new OC SCANNER feature, we take the tedious trial and error and guesswork process out of the equation and drop it into a simple button press. Start the process, take a short break, and come back to a recommendation that is the most optimal settings for your graphics card.

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