Nvidia versus AMD 2025 review
Nvidia spans more performance tiers with more models and smoother scaling, but the strongest performance per dollar in these lists is the Radeon RX7900 XT. At 28990 points for about 1100 dollars, it offers the highest value, even though Nvidia still dominates high-end gaming brackets.
| Model | Performance | Prices |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia RTX 5060 8Gb | 20860 | $500 |
| Nvidia RTX 5060Ti 8Gb | 22800 | $600 |
| Radeon RX 9060 XT 16Gb | 20000 | $600 |
| Radeon RX 9070 16Gb | 25379 | $850 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 12Gb | 28868 | $950 |
| Radeon RX 7900 XT 20Gb | 28990 | $1100 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16Gb | 32607 | $1200 |
| GeForce RTX 5080 16Gb | 35953 | $1800 |
| GeForce RTX 5090D 32Gb | 42250 | $4700 |
FAQ
Which graphics card has the best value for money in 2025?
The Radeon RX 7900 XT delivers the strongest value for money in 2025, offering high benchmark performance for a lower cost than comparable Nvidia cards.
Is Nvidia or AMD better for gaming value in 2025?
AMD provides better performance per dollar with cards like the RX 7900 XT, while Nvidia continues to lead in top tier performance and wider model range.
Do I need a strong power supply for modern graphics cards?
Most mid to high end graphics cards need about 500 watts for standard systems. Overclocked systems or premium cards may require 600 watts or more.
Are cheap graphics cards under 200 dollars worth buying?
Cards under 200 dollars perform close to modern integrated graphics. They work for quick repairs but do not offer meaningful gaming performance.
Can I buy a graphics card without using Manly Electronics on site service?
The graphics cards listed are supplied as part of on site computer repairs in Sydney. Parts are not sold separately without the service.
How do I buy a graphics card from Manly Electronics?
Book an on site computer repair in Sydney and the required graphics card will be supplied and installed during the service. Prices shown are estimated and include GST.
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2023 Review
| Model | Performance | Prices |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia RTX 3080 10Gb | 24687 | $600 |
| Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti 12Gb | 26517 | $800 |
| Nvidia RTX 3090 24Gb | 26980 | $1600 |
| Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti 24Gb | 29863 | $1500 |
| AMD RX 6900 XT 16Gb | 25392 | $800 |
AMD RX6900-XT has 10% less performance as per userbenchmark dot com but 10% better rendering on 4K resolutions in some games. AMD graphic cards have around 10% of the market. 
Nvidia RTX 3080Ti was released in 2021 with 5% higher clock speeds hence the slight performance increase.
These cards require a 500 watts power supply with a non-overclockable motherboard and CPU. You need at least 600W PSU with overclocking.
Asus Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Gaming 4GB
$300
1x HDMI, 1x DP, 1x DVI-D. This graphic card has reasonable performance for gaming or graphic studio desktops. The benchmark is 6969. Faster graphic cards are substantially more expensive than this one.
Asus Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050Ti
$300
1x HDMI, 1x DP, 1x DVI-D. The benchmark is 6321. It has the best performance for money value among all Nvidia cards of 2021.
Asus Nvidia GeForce GT710
$80
1x HDMI, 1x VGA, 1x DVI-D. graphic cards below $200 have virtually the same performance as a graphic adapter built-in on the modern PC motherboard. A cheap graphic card might be sufficient for quick repairs of the old computer. Still, the faulty motherboard will have to be replaced.