Best Graphics Card Upgrade from RX 6650XT for 1440p Gaming?

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I’ve been using an RX 6650XT for around 2.5 years, and while it was great on my 1080p monitor, I recently upgraded to a 1440p ultrawide monitor (Gigabyte G34WQC). Now, the 6650XT just isn’t cutting it — it struggles in newer games and often hits 100% usage even when I downscale to 1080p. My CPU, an R5 5600, is usually around 70% usage. I’m looking for a solid upgrade within a budget of $700 CAD. I’m considering options like the RTX 30 or 4070 series, as well as the RX 76 or 7700XT. What would you recommend?

2 Answers

FutureProofGamer78 -

You might want to think about extending your budget a bit and waiting for a good deal on the RX 9070XT. It’s more future-proof and offers great performance. Plus, with FSR4, you won’t have to worry about it being outdated anytime soon.

CheaperThanBacon -

Totally agree with you! Future-proofing is key nowadays, especially with all these new game releases.

PixelProwler99 -

If I were you, I’d go for the RX 7800XT. It’s a solid choice and you can find it for under $700 CAD, which fits your budget perfectly. Check out places like Canada Computers; they’ve got it for about $699 CAD right now. It’s definitely worth the investment!

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