AMD graphics cards: the best AMD GPUs you can buy today

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Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:49:03 +0000

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AMD Navi might not be out yet, but there are plenty of great AMD graphics cards you can buy today.

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Take a look at the best AMD graphics cards if youre ready to upgrade to a new GPU without blowing your budget. No longer just the budget alternatives to Nvidias offerings, these GPUs expertly balance an affordable price tag with sheer performance to rival even Nvidias RTX 3000 series graphics cards . And, theyre worth considering even if youve been a lifelong Nvidia fan.

The best AMD graphics cards are killing it as well in power and performance
as they are in the value department. Our recent Resident Evil Village tests prove that some of them deliver slightly better performance than their Nvidia counterparts without ray tracing. So, even if Nvidia has rolled out some affordable Nvidia GeForce contenders like the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti ,
AMD still wins in terms of value.

Theres a reason (or two) why the best AMD graphics cards are now the top choices for budget-minded gamers and creative professionals. Theres also
quite a variety of AMD GPUs to choose from, whether its for playing the
latest PC games , creating 3D designs, or video editing , which means youll find something thats perfect for you no matter your needs. From the Radeon RX 6800XT and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 down to the more affordable Radeon RX 5700 XT, here are our top picks. The best AMD GPUs at a glance AMD Radeon RX 6800 AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT MSI Radeon RX 6700 XT Gaming X AMD Radeon RX 570 MSI Aero Radeon RX 560 (Image credit: AMD) 1. AMD Radeon RX 6800

AMD's return to the high-end graphics card market Stream Processors: 3,840 | Core Clock: 1,815 MHz (2,105 MHz boost) | Memory: 16GB GDDR6 | Memory Clock: 16Gbps | Power Connectors: 2 x 8 pin | Outputs: 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, 1 x HDMI 2.1 VRR and FRL Excellent performance Finally, AMD ray tracing Low power consumption Ray tracing performance behind the competition More expensive than RTX 3070

Nvidia no longer sits uncontested in the high-end market, with AMD making a grand comeback with the AMD Radeon RX 6800. Going head to head with Nvidias RTX 3070 in 4K gaming, this GPU also brings AMD ray tracing to the table, although it isnt quite as good as Nvidias at 4K. Still, the AMD Radeon RX
6800 is more than able to deliver a solid 4K 60 fps experience, and ray tracing at 1440p is impressive.

Read the full review: AMD Radeon RX 6800 (Image credit: AMD) 2. AMD Radeon
RX 6700 XT

Another high-end swing from AMD Stream Processors: 2,560 | Core Clock: 2.32 GHz (2.58 GHz boost) | Memory: 12GB GDDR6 | Memory Clock: 16 Gbps | Power Connectors: 8 pin + 6 pin | Outputs: HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC Excellent 1440p performance Ray tracing Lightweight card with no sag Ray tracing performance is weak No FidelityFX Super Resolution

Those comfortable messing with your BIOS and looking for a 1440p graphics
card thats slightly more accessible, price-wise, will appreciate AMDs latest high-end offering. This Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti rival delivers a solid 1440p performance with ray tracing to boot. It comes at the right time as well, with 1440p gaming monitors growing popularity. Its price is a bit
closer to the more powerful RTX 3070, but if youre an AMD fan, its still an excellent contender.

Read the full review: AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (Image credit: AMD) 3. AMD
Radeon RX 5600 XT

Nvidia better watch out Stream processors: 3,584 | Core clock: 1,506 |
Memory: 11GB GDDR5X | Memory clock: 10Gbps | Power connectors: 2 x 8-pin | Outputs: DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, HDMI 4K60 Support Generation-defining performance Affordable Only 6GB of VRAM

If youre looking for the best AMD graphics card for 1080p gaming, consider
the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT has to offer. This AMD card beats the Nvidia
GeForce RTX 2060 with its more affordable price tag while delivering high frame rates and plenty of software features as well as requiring less power. It doesnt have the competitions ray tracing and deep learning supersampling (DLSS), and it only has 6GB of VRAM. However, for raw performance and value, AMDs contender comes out the winner.

Read the full review: AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (Image credit: AMD) 4. AMD
Radeon RX 5700 XT

Best 1440p AMD graphics card Stream Processors: 2,560 | Core Clock: 1,605 MHz (1,905 MHz boost) | Memory: 8GB GDDR6 | Memory Clock: 14Gbps | Power Connectors: 1 x 8-pin and 1 x 6-pin | Outputs: 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC,
1 x HDMI with 4K60 Support Excellent 1440p gaming performance Affordable No ray tracing

If youve got a lot of cash to spare, splurging a little on the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT might be a sound investment. This graphics card directly rivals the Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 in terms of performance, and like the cheaper Radeon RX 5700, this one is a true powerhouse, giving you excellent 1440p gaming at the highest settings. The only reason that its not higher on our AMD graphics cards list is its price. It could be cheaper, especially since the Super RTX cards that Nvidia just rolled out.

Read the full review: AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (Image credit: AMD) 5. Radeon RX 6800 XT

Best 4K graphics card Stream Processors: 4,608 | Core Clock: 2,015 MHz (2,250 MHz boost) | Memory: 16GB GDDR6 | Memory Clock: 16Gbps | Power Connectors: 2
x 8-pin | Outputs: DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC, HDMI 2.1 VRR and FRL Ray tracing for AMD Strong DX11 performance Doesn't dethrone Nvidia

Its been a while since Nvidia has been given a proper challenge in the high-end sphere. But with AMD rolling out its Radeon RX 6800 XT, Team Green
is seeing a decent contender, one that delivers a solid performance in
DirectX 11 games and may be unlocked for a 10% extra juice if you dig around in your BIOS. This doesnt exactly knock Nvidia off its premium throne, but
its a promising start to what could be AMDs epic revival in the high-end GPU market.

Read the full review: Radeon RX 6800 XT (Image credit: AMD) 6. AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT

AMD Navi hits the budget segment Stream Processors: 1,408 | Core Clock: 1,717 MHz (1,845 MHz boost) | Memory: 8GB GDDR6 | Memory Clock: 14Gbps | Power Connectors: 1 x 8-pincompu | Outputs: 1.4 with DSC, 4K60 HDMI Support Affordable Solid 1080p performance for the price Not particularly exciting Struggles in demanding 1080p games

Designed with 1080p gaming in mind, the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT is plenty powerful for gamers on the budget. Sure, it isnt the most powerful graphics card out there, but its powerful enough for its price point, and an easy choice when put up against the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 for the value. With this GPU, you can run most games at 60fps, though it might struggle with extremely demanding titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and Metro Exodus . If you want the best budget option for 1080p, this is one of the best AMD graphics cards for you.

Read the full review: AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (Image credit: MSI) 7. MSI
Radeon RX 6700 XT Gaming X

Great but pricey Stream Processors: 2,560 | Core Clock: 2,514 MHz (2,622 MHz boost) | Memory: 12GB GDDR6 | Memory Clock: 16Gbps Power | Connectors:
8-pin x 2 | Outputs: DisplayPort v1.4 x 3, HDMI x 1 Excellent performance Stays cool Obnoxiously expensive

Only those with deep pockets would want to go for this Radeon RX 6700 XT from MSI. This GPU impresses, delivering at most 4% faster than AMDs version. Expect solid 1440p performance on max settings and a whole lot of esports-worthy 1080p power. To top that off, it stays cool under pressure and looks nice. Its hard to recommend to everyone due to its price, but if you have the money, it might just be worth it for you.

Read the full review: MSI Radeon RX 6700 XT Gaming X (Image credit: AMD) 8. AMD Radeon RX 570

Best mid-range AMD graphics card Stream Processors: 2,048 | Core Clock: 1,168MHz (1,244MHz boost) | Memory: Up to 8GB GDDR5 | Memory Clock: 7Gbps | Power Connectors: 1 x 8-pin, 1 x 6-pin | Outputs: 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DVI Affordable Good gaming performance Not the most powerful

Its in the mid-range level where AMD traditionally shines, and the Radeon RX 570 is a perfect example of why. This is an extremely affordable AMD graphics card, but one thats capable of running many AAA PC titles at high settings
and still reach 60 fps. Its not quite as powerful as the AMD Radeon RX 590, but youre saving quite a bit of cash for an impressive performance. Just remember to go for an 8GB model, rather than the 4GB. MSI Aero Radeon RX 560 is great if youre on a budget. (Image credit: MSI) (Image credit: MSI) 9. AMD Radeon RX 560

Best budget AMD graphics card Stream Processors: Up to 1,024 | Core Clock: 1,175MHz (1,275MHz boost) | Memory: Up to 4GB GDDR5 | Memory Clock: 7Gbps | Power Connectors: N/A | Outputs: 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x DVI Extremely affordable Don't need external power Not too powerful

If youre on a budget, picking up a pricey graphics card doesnt really make a lot of sense especially when there are a few budget AMD graphics cards out there. Take the AMD Radeon RX 560, for example. Well be straight with you this is not the most powerful GPU on hand right now. However, when youre spending as little as a hundred bucks in the US, its hard to complain. Here are the best Nvidia GeForce graphics cards



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