The Best GPUs in 2024: Buy or Wait for the Next Generation?

Overview of 2024 GPU options across various price points from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel, advising whether to buy now or await next-gen releases.

: TechSpot's guide reviews the best GPUs for 2024, covering price ranges from high-end to entry-level. It advises if one should buy now or wait for upcoming Nvidia RTX 50 and AMD RDNA 4 series. The high-end recommendation is Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 at $1,700+, whereas the best budget option is AMD Radeon RX 6600 at $180. Value consideration and features like ray tracing and DLSS are compared across different models.

TechSpot's comprehensive guide delves into the best GPU options for 2024, considering different price ranges from high-end to entry-level. The guide recommends whether to purchase now or wait for impending releases of Nvidia RTX 50 series and AMD RDNA 4 series, expected by January 2025. Specific GPU models are reviewed, such as the top-tier Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 at $1,700+ and budget-friendly AMD Radeon RX 6600 at $180.

For high-budget buyers, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 stands out as the top choice, with considerable performance improvements over alternatives, although it's priced significantly higher. The mid-range category includes the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super and the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT, considering factors like ray tracing and overall performance.

The guide also explores budget options, where AMD's Radeon RX 6600 shines for entry-level users. It concludes that while waiting for the next-gen GPUs might offer better choices for higher-end buyers, those looking to build a budget PC or upgrade an aging one might still find excellent value in current models.

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