1080 60fps - what GPU?

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Mizzle612

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New to PC gaming, first build, what GPU's should I be looking at to get 60fps at 1080? Not looking to break the bank, just want a decent first build for my son and I that can maintain 60fps. Just recently decided to build one so no parts were purchased yet but would like to go with Intel and Nvidia. I know the GPU market has been crazy but finally starting to come down a bit so between pricing and not having knowledge with all the models/specs, could use some help on which graphics cards would work and then build the rest around that. Thanks for the help.
 
jmilcher said:
What games?
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I play Escape From Tarkov, New World, Valheim and mostly random "cheaper" games from Steam. Just been enjoying playing these PC exclusive indie or whatever you would call lower tier games. Maybe some Minecraft and random Xbox games occasionally since we have the PC Game Pass, but usually stick with the Xbox console for them anyway.
 
pendragon1 said:
rx 6600/rtx 3050 and up or past cards like rx580/rx5700/gtx 1070/2060s
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Okay, so a 3050 would be good enough for me. I saw one last night for $379 but wasn't sure so passed on it. I was being told to look for 3060/3060ti or 3070 but they are bit more than I want to spend with the marked up prices.
 
If you want to go Intel Nvidia then check out the EVGA 3060 for 429 that has been in and out of stock form them directly today. The 3050 is 389+ at retailers so if that's the case spring for the 3060 at 429 or hold out and see if the 3050 drops closer to its supposed 250 msrp. Other choices would be a used 2060 or 2060 super if you can find one less than the 3060. Older cards like the 1070 and 1080 are good too but but I wouldn't pay more than 300 for them when you can get current gen cards for just a smidge more.
 
TheHig said:
If you want to go Intel Nvidia then check out the EVGA 3060 for 429 that has been in and out of stock form them directly today. The 3050 is 389+ at retailers so if that's the case spring for the 3060 at 429 or hold out and see if the 3050 drops closer to its supposed 250 msrp. Other choices would be a used 2060 or 2060 super if you can find one less than the 3060. Older cards like the 1070 and 1080 are good too but but I wouldn't pay more than 300 for them when you can get current gen cards for just a smidge more.
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Okay thanks.... I did see the 3060 $429 price tag on their website but didn't know if it ever comes in stock. I'll keep an eye out for that one too.

Actually, one question about that. The EVGA website has 2 3060's, one is $399. What's the difference?
 
Mizzle612 said:
Okay, so a 3050 would be good enough for me. I saw one last night for $379 but wasn't sure so passed on it. I was being told to look for 3060/3060ti or 3070 but they are bit more than I want to spend with the marked up prices.
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a 3050 will be ok in most games, its on par or just slightly slower than a 2060, a 3060 would be better.

Mizzle612 said:
The EVGA website has 2 3060's, one is $399. What's the difference?
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price difference is probably from a speed bump on one model.
edit: yup, 1777 vs 1882 boost speeds
 
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pendragon1 said:
rx 6600/rtx 3050 and up or past cards like rx580/rx5700/gtx 1070/2060s
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1070 won't be a rock solid 60 at higher quality settings. 1070ti is better as you'd expect, but it too can't do 60 one hundred percent of the time at higher settings. Cyber punk 2077 with a 1070ti at 1080p ultra is upper 40s to 60, typically in the mid to low 50s.

That said, when you could find 1070Tis used for $200 it would be my choice for a 1080p card.
 
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My EVGA 3060 xc works very well at this resolution. No real difference between the two models. Get whichever you can find. They were in stock on the EVGA website yesterday.
 
pendragon1 said:
thats actually a bit of a steal compared to others. the 1888 boost is the fastest i saw for under ~$550.
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God for that price better go get a 6700xt from AMD. Was in stock for hours this morning at $480

*Controversial opinion* Ditch the EVGA 3060 and get the aforementioned 6700xt next week. Probably $50 more (free shipping) to jump between a 3060ti and 3070 in case you ever want to upgrade your monitor in the coming years.
 
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NightReaver said:
God for that price better go get a 6700xt from AMD. Was in stock for hours this morning at $480

*Controversial opinion* Ditch the EVGA 3060 and get the aforementioned 6700xt next week. Probably $50 more (free shipping) to jump between a 3060ti and 3070 in case you ever want to upgrade your monitor in the coming years.
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Certainly true but per the OP

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Just recently decided to build one so no parts were purchased yet but would like to go with Intel and Nvidia
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So we suggested the 3060. Perf /dollar favors the 6700xt and all the 6800s if MSRP is real and RTX , nvenc, or dlss isn't a big deal to the user IMO.
 
TheHig said:
Certainly true but per the OP


So we suggested the 3060. Perf /dollar favors the 6700xt and all the 6800s if MSRP is real and RTX , nvenc isn't a big deal to the user IMO.
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Oh I get it, that's why I said controversial lol. Never bad to look at the competition despite preferences.
 
You're right, always good to weigh the options and I appreciate all the feedback everyone.

Last thing, what would be the proper section in the forum to start a post for other part suggestions on the build? I don't want to start threads in each section like mobo, cpu, etc but didn't see a build section or something relevant to that. Want to make sure I get compatible parts that are good enough for one another without going overboard as well.
 
Mizzle612 said:
You're right, always good to weigh the options and I appreciate all the feedback everyone.

Last thing, what would be the proper section in the forum to start a post for other part suggestions on the build? I don't want to start threads in each section like mobo, cpu, etc but didn't see a build section or something relevant to that. Want to make sure I get compatible parts that are good enough for one another without going overboard as well.
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I'd say General Hardware, unless there's a different place.
 
if you @ one of the mods(under member at top) they might be able to shuffle it over and then you could just edit the title.
 
A plain 3060 is plenty enough for just 1080p. That's like having way more GPU power than a 3090 would give you at 4K.
 
Does it have to be brand new? 1080, 1080TI's, 2070 Supers are all decently priced and fairly easy to get.
 
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