AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X is a cracking processor, coming equipped with eight cores and 16 threads. That's more than enough for most uses, including gaming, but this is where a capable GPU is also required. Luckily for you, we've compiled a list of GPUs to use with this CPU, including the best graphics card for the ultimate gaming experience.
Choosing the right GPU
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We always recommend spending as much as possible on a new GPU. It's always best to spend an extra $100 now rather than a full $300 once again in a few month's time for a new GPU. If you keep eyeing up a 4K monitor, it's a good idea to save a little more and get one of our top GPU picks here. Just be sure to bear in mind screen synchronization tech. Go with an AMD GPU if it's FreeSync or NVIDIA if G-Sync.
If you're all about 1440p or 4K (or you plan to upgrade to UHD at a later date), you should consider the MSI Radeon RX 6900 XT or ASUS TUF Gaming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090. These GPUs will do just fine should you be able to locate one in stock at the correct price. Don't provide scalpers any money who manage to buy them at RRP and sell at an inflated price.
It's possible to save money on your GPU without sacrificing too much on performance. The ASRock Radeon RX 6800 and ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3070 Twin Edge OC are awesome mid-tier GPUs and are perfect for 1440p gaming. They won't break your bank, nor will they bottleneck the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU. Don't see a GPU here that catches your eye? Have a look at our pick for the overall best graphics card.
