Not sure which GPU to go for.

[Stratassj]

So I'm currently trying to work on a new build, but I'm getting hung up when it comes to picking out what I want for my graphics card.

 

At current, the only monitor I have to work with doesnt go past full HD 1080. I've been trying to find a vega card, leaning towards a sapphire, which is seems I'm finding new nitro+ 64s cheaper then the used 56s. Would this card just be overkill? Should i be looking at the 580/590 instead?

[Alphyte]

What is this for?

 

[Stratassj]

It's for a personal computer, gaming on it mostly. Some streaming/editing

[AirSocial]

GTX 1660

[Fasauceome]

A used Vega 56 is the highest I'd go for max details 1080p, that is, if 60fps is your target. 1080p medium/high for 144fps.

[Stratassj]

4 minutes ago, AirSocial said:

GTX 1660

Why?

 

[AirSocial]

The 1660 I feel is really good for the price right now,

 

[ahuckphin]

$250 - $350 have always been the bang for buck sweet spot price for GPU's. 

 

[KarathKasun]

Vega 56 is available on Newegg for ~$250 currently.

 

Not a huge performance difference.  If you OC you can gain an additional 15%+  performance.

[Stratassj]

1 hour ago, KarathKasun said:

Vega 56 is available on Newegg for ~$250 currently.

 

Not a huge performance difference.  If you OC you can gain an additional 15%+  performance.

I'm assuming this is a reference card? If I'm all air cooled is there really any difference between reference or a custom?

[KarathKasun]

1 hour ago, Stratassj said:

I'm assuming this is a reference card? If I'm all air cooled is there really any difference between reference or a custom?

Reference/blower will be a bit louder/hotter, but will reduce the need for good case cooling because heat is expelled directly outside the case.  Non-blower cards increase the need for more well laid out case airflow.