Best GPUs Under $500 in 2026
Top graphics cards under $500 for high-performance 1440p gaming without breaking the bank.
RTX 5060
NVIDIA · GeForce RTX 50 Series
RTX 4060
NVIDIA · GeForce RTX 40 Series
RTX 5060 Ti
NVIDIA · GeForce RTX 50 Series
RX 7800 XT
AMD · Radeon RX 7000 Series
RX 7700 XT
AMD · Radeon RX 7000 Series
RTX 4060 Ti
NVIDIA · GeForce RTX 40 Series
RTX 3060
NVIDIA · GeForce RTX 30 Series
RTX 3070
NVIDIA · GeForce RTX 30 Series
RX 6700 XT
AMD · Radeon RX 6000 Series
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best gpus under $500?
Based on our analysis, the Intel Arc B580 takes the #1 spot with a score of 32/100. It offers the best combination of performance and value in this category.
How do we rank the best gpus under $500?
We rank products based on a combination of benchmark performance, gaming performance, and value for money. Each product is scored out of 100 in these categories, and our rankings reflect the overall best options for each use case.
Are prices up to date?
Where we have street-price data we show typical real-world ranges ("from $X"); otherwise prices are launch MSRP. The 2026 memory shortage keeps retail prices volatile and often well above MSRP — click "Check Price" for live retailer pricing.
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