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Best GPUs under €500 for ray-tracing

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XFX Radeon RX 6650 XT SPEEDSTER SWFT210 8GB GDDR6

47.9 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 6650 XT8GB GDDR6128-bit176W
Why we recommend this

The RDNA 2 architecture and 2635MHz boost clock deliver consistent 1080p gaming performance from a compact 241mm dual-fan card. Its 8GB GDDR6 buffer and PCIe 4.0 interface provide solid throughput for its class, while the dual-slot design fits easily into smaller builds. This GPU is best for budget-conscious 1080p gamers who want reliable frame rates in esports titles without upgrading their 500W power supply.

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XFX Radeon RX 7600 Speedster 8GB GDDR6

42.8 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 76008GB GDDR6128-bit165W
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Best GPUs under €1,000 for ray-tracing

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XFX Radeon RX 7900 GRE Gaming 16GB GDDR6

83.2 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 7900 GRE16GB GDDR6256-bit245W
Why we recommend this

The 16GB GDDR6 buffer and RDNA 3 architecture with 5120 stream processors deliver strong 1440p gaming at high frame rates, backed by a 2395MHz boost clock. Its triple-fan cooler and 2.5-slot design provide effective thermal management for the 245W TDP without excessive case footprint. This card is best for gamers prioritizing high-refresh 1440p performance and ray tracing on a budget, though its 69.8 AI score makes it a poor fit for local LLM workloads.

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XFX RX-97SWFB3B9

82 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 907016GB GDDR6256-bit245W
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XFX Radeon RX 9060 XT OC White Gaming Edition 16GB GDDR6

67 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 9060 XT16GB GDDR6128-bit182W
Why we recommend this ▼

The RDNA 4 architecture and a 3320MHz boost clock drive strong 1440p gaming, backed by 16GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus. Its white dual-fan cooler and compact 270mm, 2-slot design offer a clean aesthetic and easy fit for smaller builds. This card is best for budget-conscious 1440p gamers who want modern features like PCIe 5.0 and ray tracing without a massive power draw.

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Premium GPUs for ray-tracing

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XFX Radeon RX 7900 XTX SPEEDSTER MERC310 24GB GDDR6

85.4 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 7900 XTX24GB GDDR6384-bit327W
Why we recommend this

The 24GB GDDR6 frame buffer and 384-bit memory bus make this RDNA 3 card a strong choice for high-resolution texture packs and AI workloads, scoring 70.9 for AI/LLM tasks. Its triple-fan cooler and 2.9-slot design prioritize sustained thermal performance under the 327W TDP. This GPU is best for 4K gamers and AI hobbyists who need massive VRAM without stepping up to a professional workstation card.

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XFX RX-97TSWF3W9

80.8 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 9070 XT16GB GDDR6256-bit304W
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XFX RX-97TMARGB9

76.7 Ray Tracing Score
Radeon RX 9070 XT16GB GDDR6256-bit340W
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