Hardware
28 May 2026
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Best Gaming GPUs May 2026: RTX 5080, RX 9070 XT, and Every Budget Option
Updated GPU rankings for May 2026: what to buy at $400, $550, $800, and $1000+.
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Редакция MBG
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Май 2026 — один из лучших моментов для покупки видеокарты: RTX 50-серия стабилизировалась, AMD RX 9000 составила реальную конкуренцию.
Under $400
RTX 4060 Ti ($299 used) or RX 7700 XT ($349 new) for solid 1080p/1440p. RTX 4070 Super at $380-400 is a steal.
$400-600: The Sweet Spot
AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT ($549) wins this range. RTX 4080-level performance at a third of the price.
$600-900
RTX 5070 Ti ($799) — best for stable 4K60 with DLSS 4.
$1000+: Flagships
RTX 5080 ($999) — best for native 4K120. MBG: 8.9/10. RTX 5090 ($1999) for true enthusiasts.
Recommendation
For most gamers: RX 9070 XT ($549) — unbeatable 2026 value. For 4K: RTX 5080. For budget: RX 7700 XT.
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