Best GPU for Your Monitor
Short answer: match the graphics card to your monitor’s resolution and refresh rate. Pick your monitor below for the minimum, recommended and best-value card, with measured FPS for every current GPU.
| Monitor | Recommended | Budget minimum (with upscaling) | Without upscaling |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p 60Hz | Arc B570 | Same | Arc B570 |
| 1080p 144Hz | RX 9070 XT | RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | RX 9070 |
| 1080p 240Hz | RTX 5090 | Same | None yet |
| 1440p 60Hz | Arc B580 | Arc B570 | RX 9060 XT 8GB |
| 1440p 144Hz | RX 9070 XT | RX 9070 | RTX 5080 |
| 1440p 165Hz | RTX 5080 | RX 9070 XT | RTX 5090 |
| 1440p 240Hz | RTX 5090 | Same | None yet |
| Ultrawide 3440×1440 144Hz | RTX 5090 | RTX 5080 | RTX 5090 |
| 4K 60Hz | RX 9070 XT | RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | RX 9070 |
| 4K 144Hz | RTX 5090 | Same | None yet |
See also the GPU tier list and the CPU tier list.