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Best GPUs under CA$700 for ray-tracing

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Radeon RX 76008GB GDDR6128-bit165W
Why we recommend this

The RDNA 3 architecture and 2655 MHz boost clock deliver strong 1080p performance, backed by 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus. The dual-fan XFX SWFT cooling solution keeps the 165W TDP in check within a standard 2-slot design, making it a straightforward drop-in upgrade. This card is best for budget-conscious gamers targeting high-refresh 1080p play in esports and AAA titles, not 4K workloads.

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Premium GPUs for ray-tracing

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Radeon RX 7900 XTX24GB GDDR6384-bit327W
Why we recommend this

The Radeon RX 7900 XTX with RDNA 3 architecture delivers 24GB of GDDR6 memory on a 384-bit bus, reaching 960 GB/s bandwidth and a 2615MHz boost clock, making it a strong 4K performer. Its triple-fan cooling and 2.9-slot design keep thermals in check during extended sessions, while the 344mm length requires a spacious case. Best for gamers prioritizing 4K and ray tracing over 1080p efficiency, backed by a 4.4/5 customer rating from 139 reviews.

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Radeon RX 7900 GRE16GB GDDR6256-bit245W
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The 16GB GDDR6 buffer and RDNA 3 architecture with 5120 stream processors deliver strong 1440p gaming at high frame rates, backed by a 2395MHz boost clock. Its triple-fan cooler and 2.5-slot design provide effective thermal management for the 245W TDP without excessive case footprint. This card is best for gamers prioritizing high-refresh 1440p performance and ray tracing on a budget, though its 69.8 AI score makes it a poor fit for local LLM workloads.

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Radeon RX 9070 XT16GB GDDR6256-bit304W
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The RDNA 4 architecture and 16GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus drive strong 4K gaming performance with 36.13 FP32 TFLOPS of compute. Its white shroud design and 3.5-slot cooler provide a distinct aesthetic and effective thermal management for a 304W TDP. This card is best for 4K gamers and ray tracing enthusiasts who prioritize high frame rates over AI or LLM workloads.

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Radeon RX 9070 XT16GB GDDR6256-bit304W
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The RDNA 4 architecture and 3100 MHz boost clock on the RX 9070 XT deliver strong 4K gaming performance, backed by 16GB of GDDR6 memory and a 256-bit bus. The XFX Mercury OC Gaming Edition adds a robust triple-fan cooler and RGB lighting in a large 3.5-slot, 360mm design, ensuring sustained high clock speeds. This card is best for 4K gamers who prioritize raw rasterization and ray tracing performance over power efficiency, given its 800W TDP requirement.

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Radeon RX 9070 XT16GB GDDR6256-bit304W
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The 2970MHz boost clock and 16GB GDDR6 on the RDNA 4 chipset deliver strong 4K gaming performance, backed by a triple-fan cooling solution that keeps the 304W TDP in check. Its 3x DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 outputs support high-refresh monitors, and the 350mm length requires a spacious case. Best for gamers prioritizing 4K and ray tracing over AI workloads, where its 66.1/100 score lags.

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