Pick The Best Graphics Card Without Glitches

Whether you’re into competitive gaming, video editing, or just want something simple for everyday use, one part you absolutely can’t skimp on is the graphics card. It’s the heart of your build when it comes to visuals, gameplay, and creative workflows. But we understand choosing the right GPU can feel overwhelming – especially with new models constantly launching.

To make it easier, we’ve shortlisted the best graphics cards you can get in Singapore right now. From budget-friendly options to high-end beasts, here’s your ultimate guide to the top graphics cards to buy in 2025.

Entry-level graphics cards: ~$350 – $550

If you’re on a tight budget or just getting started, these entry-level cards deliver great 1080p performance without breaking the bank. They’re perfect for eSports titles, older AAA games, and general use PCs. Despite being “budget” options, each of these GPUs packs impressive value for money in Singapore.

1. Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060

• Price: ~$400 – $550
• Key Specs: 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, ~3,072 CUDA cores, ~2.4 GHz boost clock, 115W TGP
• Ideal For: High-frame-rate 1080p gaming, entry-level ray tracing, and streaming.

If you want an Nvidia GPU graphics card with modern features (like DLSS and RTX) on a budget, the RTX 4060 is a top-recommended graphics card to start your build. The RTX 4060 offers exceptional bang for buck for 1080p gamers – outperforming last-generation cards like the RTX 3060 and improving ray-tracing greatly at this price level​.

Pros	Cons
Excellent 1080p performance for the price Supports DLSS 3 frame generation for higher FPS Very power-efficient (low heat/noise)​	8GB VRAM is just adequate (could struggle in future ultra settings) 128-bit memory bus limits 1440p performance Not as strong for 4K or heavy creative workloads.

2. AMD Radeon RX 7600

• Price: ~$350 – $450 (one of the most affordable new GPUs)
• Key Specs: 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, 2,048 stream processors, ~2.65 GHz boost clock, 165W TBP
• Ideal For: Mainstream 1080p gaming on a budget, solid performance in eSports and less ray-tracing-heavy titles.

AMD squeezed a lot of GPU for the money here – perfect for budget-conscious builders in Singapore. The Radeon RX 7600 is often the cheapest current-gen graphics card you can find, yet it delivers smooth 1080p gaming​. If you mostly play games like Valorant or Apex Legends, the RX 7600 will serve you extremely well without costing a fortune. 

Pros	Cons
Great 1080p performance per dollar; aggressive pricing undercuts equivalent competitors​ 8GB VRAM and new RDNA 3 architecture for future-proofing 1080p games	Ray tracing performance is weaker than Nvidia’s (entry-level ray tracing is supported but not stellar) Lacks DLSS (though it supports AMD’s FSR upscaling which works on all GPUs) Power draw is a bit higher than RTX 4060 for similar performance

3. Intel Arc A750

• Price: ~$400 – $450 (often on sale as a budget alternative)
• Key Specs: 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, 3,584 FP32 cores, ~2.05 GHz boost clock, 225W TDP
• Ideal For: Budget 1080p gaming and creators, especially if you’re willing to tinker with drivers; also great for media encoding (AV1 video).

Intel’s Arc A750 is a surprising underdog in the GPU market. It offers solid 1080p gaming performance that rivals or beats cards in many titles like Nvidia’s RTX 3050 and AMD’s RX 6600​. While Intel’s GPU drivers have improved over time, you may occasionally need to update or adjust settings for best results. For tech enthusiasts, the Arc A750 is an exciting choice – it’s different, budget-friendly, and great for both gaming and video work (thanks to that advanced media engine).

Pros	Cons
Strong 1080p raster performance for the price​ 8GB VRAM is plenty for HD gaming Excellent media engine (AV1 encode/decode) for content creation or streaming	Driver maturity issues – older games might need tweaking to run optimally Higher power consumption than rival 8GB cards Ray tracing performance is modest

Mid-range graphics cards: ~$450 – $1500

Stepping up in budget, mid-range GPUs are the sweet spot for most gamers. These cards shine at 1440p resolution with high/ultra settings and can even handle 4K in many games (with some settings tweaks). We’ve included both latest-generation picks and a couple of outstanding last-gen options that still offer tremendous value.

4. AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

• Price: ~$650 – $850
• Key Specs: 16GB GDDR6 VRAM, 3,840 stream processors, ~2.4 GHz boost clock, 263W TBP
• Ideal For: High-refresh 1080p or 1440p gaming at ultra settings, entry-level 4K gaming, and creators who can use the 16GB VRAM.

The Radeon RX 7800 XT offers an almost perfect balance for a mid-range build. It’s often hailed as “the best mid-range graphics card” for gamers right now​, delivering performance on par with or better than cards that used to cost a lot more. For around the S$700 mark, you get smooth 1440p gameplay even in demanding titles, thanks to the 7800 XT’s powerful specs.

Pros	Cons
Excellent mid-range performance – regarded as one of the best in its class​ Generous 16GB memory, which is great for future games and creative apps Strong rasterisation (non-ray-traced) graphics power	Ray tracing is decent but still a step behind Nvidia’s similarly priced cards Lacks Nvidia’s DLSS frame generation (though supports AMD FSR 3) Slightly higher power draw and heat output than some competitors.

5. Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

• Price: ~$1000 – $1100
• Key Specs: 16GB GDDR7 VRAM, ~8,960 CUDA cores, ~2.4 GHz boost clock, ~300W TGP
• Ideal For: 1440p gaming at very high frame rates (great for high-refresh monitors), solid 4K gaming performance, and VR or streaming setups that benefit from Nvidia’s software stack.

The RTX 5070 Ti brings a lot of the 50-series “Blackwell” architecture goodness to a price point enthusiasts can stomach. It’s a mid-to-high tier GPU that punches above its weight, capable of smooth 4K gaming and absolutely crushing 1440p. In fact, the 5070 Ti has been praised as “one of the best bang-for-your-buck graphics cards of this entire generation”​. For gamers who want Nvidia’s top-notch ray tracing and DLSS tech without paying flagship prices, the RTX 5070 Ti is a fantastic graphics card. Just be ready to snag one quickly if there are deals, because this card is in high demand for the performance it delivers.

Pros	Cons
Offers high-end GeForce performance at a more mainstream price​ Excellent ray tracing and DLSS 3.5 support for future-proof gaming Nvidia’s ecosystem (Encoder, Reflex, Broadcaster) is a plus for content creators and streamers	Still relatively expensive – at ~$1k SGD it’s on the upper end of “mid-range” 12GB VRAM, while sufficient, is less than some similarly priced AMD cards (which might matter for certain heavy modded games or professional tasks) Newly launched product, so availability could be spotty initially, and real-world prices may be higher until supply stabilises​.

6. Intel Arc B580

• Price: ~$450 – $650 (estimated, very competitive for its performance)
• Key Specs: 12GB GDDR6 VRAM, new-generation Intel Arc “Battlemage” architecture, estimated ~2,560 cores, ~2.6 GHz boost clock, ~190W TGP
• Ideal For: High-quality 1080p and 1440p gaming on a budget, especially in modern titles; a great option for those who want an alternative to AMD/Nvidia in the mid-range.

The Intel Arc B580 proves that Intel is serious about becoming a third player in the GPU arena. This card has been described as a “stunning GPU for its price”​, delivering mid-tier performance (think solid 1440p at high settings) for what traditionally was entry-level cost. The Arc B580 gives you cutting-edge features, like AV1 encoding and XeSS upscaling, and performance comparable to more expensive GPUs, making it a dark horse choice for a mid-range build. It’s also just exciting to try something beyond the usual Nvidia or AMD offerings – and in this case, without sacrificing performance or budget.

Pros	Cons
Incredible value – the Arc B580 is “more than capable of high-performance 1440p gameplay” at a price that undercuts rival GPUs​ 12GB VRAM is generous in this price class Improved drivers and architecture over the last-gen Arc mean better compatibility and performance scaling	Intel’s GPU driver support, while improving, is still catching up – some games may require updates for optimal performance Ray tracing performance is decent but not as optimised as Nvidia’s Resale market and second-hand knowledge on Arc cards are still limited since Intel is new in this space

7. AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT

• Price: ~$1200 – $1500
• Key Specs: 16GB GDDR6 VRAM, ~4,096 stream processors, ~2.97 GHz boost clock, ~304W TBP (Next-gen RDNA4 architecture)
• Ideal For: Premium 1440p or 4K gaming on mid-range budget, especially for those who prioritise value; great for gamers who don’t need the absolute best ray tracing but want high raw performance.

If you’re frustrated with how expensive flagship cards have become, the RX 9070 XT will be a breath of fresh air. AMD’s Radeon RX 9070 XT is arguably the best value high-performance GPU this generation. It debuts AMD’s new GPU generation with flying colours – reviewers note it delivers near RTX 4080-level gaming performance for a fraction of the cost​. In other words, you’re getting true high-end gaming power at a mid-range price.

Pros	Cons
Performance that rivals an RTX 4080 in many games, despite costing roughly half the price of a 4080 at launch​ 16GB VRAM provides plenty of memory headroom Supports latest AMD features like HYPR-RX and FSR 4 upscaling	Ray tracing still lags a little behind Nvidia’s top cards (though much improved over previous-gen AMD GPUs) Availability might be limited initially (hot demand) Not the first choice for AI or creative pro apps that leverage Nvidia CUDA

High-end graphics cards: ~$1900 – $5000

Now we enter the realm of no-compromise GPUs – the high-end and flagship graphics cards. These are for enthusiasts who want the very best performance for 4K ultra gaming, high-refresh 1440p with ray tracing, creative workloads, or all of the above. If budget isn’t your primary concern (or you just want to drool over what’s possible), here are the top high-end picks.

8. Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080

• Price: ~$2,000 – $2,500
• Key Specs: 16GB GDDR6X VRAM, 10,752 CUDA cores, ~2.6GHz boost clock, 360W TGP
• Ideal For: High-end gaming at 4K resolution without going all the way to the ultra-premium, and excellent 1440p performance for competitive gamers who want 144+ FPS with max settings.

The RTX 5080 is Nvidia’s second-in-command GPU that delivers nearly all the prowess of the flagship, but at a lower price point. For gamers who skipped the 40-series, the 5080 is a tempting upgrade – you’d get top-of-the-line ray tracing and AI-driven features, and it absolutely chews through 4K games. Reviews note that the RTX 5080 is basically an RTX 4080 Super with extra bells and whistles like Multi-Frame Generation, rather than a huge performance overhaul​. That said, 4K gaming with max settings is well within this card’s capabilities. 

If you’re building a high-end rig and want a GPU that can handle anything you throw at it (while saving a few hundred dollars vs. the very top card), the RTX 5080 is a top pick. Just remember that the improvements are incremental, but they’re enough to keep this card future-ready.

Pros	Cons
Flagship-level gaming performance at a somewhat lower cost than the top-tier (aunched at the same price as the previous-gen 4080, but with generational improvements)​ Supports Nvidia’s latest features like DLSS 3.5 and Frame Generation Runs cooler and more efficiently than the last-gen RTX 3080/4080 cards, with a sleek new Founders Edition design	Pretty modest 15% improvement over the RTX 4080 series, which some have called a relatively small leap for a “50-series” card​ Still very expensive in absolute terms, making it overkill for purely 1080p or casual gamers; Only 16GB of VRAM, which is plenty for now, but competitors like AMD sometimes offer more memory at this tier.

9. Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090

• Price: ~$4,500 – $5,000
• Key Specs: 32GB GDDR7 VRAM, 21,760 CUDA cores, ~2.4 GHz boost clock, 575W TGP
• Ideal For: The absolute best 4K (and even 8K) gaming experience, professional content creation, AI and machine learning tasks, and anyone who simply demands ultimate GPU performance regardless of cost.

Simply put, the RTX 5090 is the ultimate GPU in 2025. In gaming, it can nail triple-digit frame rates at 4K in the latest titles when lesser cards cannot​. Creative professionals (3D artists, video editors) will also find its compute power unmatched – it’s ~30–40% faster in rendering workloads than the RTX 4090, which was already a beast​. Do keep in mind the diminishing returns here: you’re paying a lot more for a bit of extra performance over the next step down. But for some, that extra performance (and the bragging rights of owning Nvidia’s flagship) is worth every cent. If you’re building a no-holds-barred dream PC in Singapore – water-cooled, RGB-lit, the works – the RTX 5090 will be the jewel in your crown. Just pair it with a beefy power supply and perhaps a UPS (uninterrupted power supply), because this thing can draw some serious power when unleashed!

Pros	Cons
Fastest graphics card on the planet – outpaces the previous king (RTX 4090) by a sizable margin 32GB of ultra-fast GDDR7 memory, providing tons of headroom for high-res textures, 3D rendering, and multi-monitor setups Enables new possibilities like stable 8K gaming and unprecedented creative performance (ray tracing, Blender, video renders) that eclipse any other consumer GPU​	Extremely expensive – this is a “halo” product with a price tag to match Very high power consumption and heat – a 575W board power means you need a robust PSU (950W+ is recommended) and excellent case cooling Physically large – many RTX 5090 cards are huge, triple-slot designs that may not fit in smaller cases

10. AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX

• Price: ~$1,900 – $2,300
• Key Specs: 24GB GDDR6 VRAM, 6,144 stream processors, ~2.5 GHz boost clock, 355W TBP (AMD RDNA3 flagship)
• Ideal For: High-end gaming on a slightly lower budget than Nvidia’s flagships, and excellent for content creators who can utilise 24GB VRAM (video editing, 3D rendering). Great for 4K gaming and multi-monitor setups.

AMD’s Radeon RX 7900 XTX is the company’s top-tier offering, and it dominates the 4K gaming realm as AMD’s flagship card​. It delivers near-RTX 4080 levels of performance (and even higher in certain rasterised games) while costing less. For gamers, that means you can crank every setting to ultra at 1440p or 4K and enjoy smooth gameplay. The 24GB VRAM also makes this card somewhat “future-proof”, as games continue to demand more memory, and it’s excellent for productivity – content creators will love the extra memory when working with 4K+ footage or large 3D models​.

Pros	Cons
Massive 24GB memory is a boon for high-resolution textures, future games, and creative tasks (a lot more VRAM than the RTX 4080/4080S it competes with)​ Priced significantly lower than Nvidia’s top card – value choice for high-end performance. Runs relatively cool Fits in standard 2.5-slot spaces on many models	Ray tracing and creative (AI/rendering) performance lag behind Nvidia’s top GPUs No DLSS – relies on platform-agnostic FSR which isn’t as refined in all cases “Only” PCIe 4.0 (vs newer cards with PCIe 5.0) – not a big issue now, but a point to note for future-proofing. I Price still relatively high despite being lower than Nvidia’s

Overview of the best graphics cards in Singapore

For a quick overview, here’s a comparison of the key specs and uses of all the recommended graphics cards above:

Graphics Card	VRAM	Price (S$)	Ideal For
Nvidia RTX 4060	8GB GDDR6	~$450	1080p gaming (high settings), budget builds
AMD RX 7600	8GB GDDR6	~$400	1080p gaming (value option), eSports
Intel Arc A750	8GB GDDR6	~$420	1080p gaming (budget alternative), media work
AMD RX 7800 XT	16GB GDDR6	~$750	1440p gaming (ultra settings), light 4K gaming
Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti	16GB GDDR7	~$1050	1440p high-FPS gaming, solid 4K with ray tracing
Intel Arc B580	12GB GDDR6	~$550	1440p gaming (value pick), mixed usage
AMD RX 9070 XT	16GB GDDR6	~$1350	1440p/4K gaming (best value high-end)
Nvidia RTX 5080	16GB GDDR6X	~$2300	4K gaming (high settings), creative work (efficient)
Nvidia RTX 5090	32GB GDDR7	~$4700	4K/8K gaming (max settings), heavy professional workloads
AMD RX 7900 XTX	24GB GDDR6	~$2200	4K gaming (ultra settings), creative tasks with large memory needs

(Prices are approximate and will vary based on retailer deals and availability in Singapore. “Ideal For” is generalised; each card can certainly do more than the single scenario listed.)

Which GPU should you choose?

Picking the best graphics card ultimately comes down to your needs and budget. Here are a few closing tips to help you decide:

Assess Your Use Case

If you primarily game at 1080p on a standard monitor, an entry or mid-range card (like the RTX 4060 or RX 7600) will already exceed your needs. For a 1440p high-refresh or ultrawide monitor, consider mid-range to high-end like the RX 7800 XT or RTX 5070 Ti. Only go for the flagship RTX 5090 or RTX 5080 tier if you have a 4K 144Hz monitor or do heavy creative work that can utilise that power. It’s all about matching the GPU to your display and workload.

Consider Future-Proofing vs. Budget

Mid-range cards today are very capable, but if you want a card to last you many years, it might be worth investing a bit more now for a higher tier (for example, a 16GB VRAM card might age better than an 8GB card as games get more demanding). However, there’s no shame in sticking to a budget – GPUs improve quickly, and you can always upgrade in a few years. Buy what you need for the next couple of years, and don’t overspend on extreme performance you won’t use.

AMD, Nvidia, or Intel?

All three now offer viable options. Nvidia still leads in ray tracing and fancy AI features (like DLSS) – if those matter a lot to you or you do creative work that relies on CUDA, lean Nvidia. AMD offers amazing raster performance for the price and lots of VRAM – great for pure gamers and those who want value. Intel’s Arc is the newcomer – we’d say consider it in budget builds or if you like to tinker, but for worry-free gaming, AMD/Nvidia are the safer bet due to more mature drivers (as of 2025). Mix and match to your preferences – there’s no one “correct” brand.

Check Reviews and Benchmarks

Before you pull the trigger, it’s always wise to look at independent benchmarks for the games or programs you care about. One card might excel in a certain game or workload. We’ve provided general guidance, but doing a bit of homework ensures you get the recommended graphics card that truly is best for your favourite game or application.

Finally, remember that a powerful GPU works best with a balanced system: a decent CPU, adequate power supply, and proper cooling. Don’t forget to factor those into your PC build plan. And if you’re upgrading, make sure your case has room for the new card and your PSU can handle it! 

Process it all with the best graphics cards you can get

Whether you’re aiming for budget-friendly 1080p gaming or an all-out 4K powerhouse, today’s GPU market has something for everyone. Happy building, and enjoy those buttery-smooth game graphics! Need more tips to complete your dream setup? Once you’ve got your GPU, you might want to look at getting quality peripherals to match. Check out our roundup of the best gaming monitors and mesh wifi routers to pair with your new graphics card, so you can fully experience those stunning visuals.