NVIDIA's latest GeForce RTX 3090 GPUs (opens in new tab) are among the best graphics cards around, taking PC gaming to a whole new level. If you're thinking about putting together a 4K PC gaming rig, we have some RTX 3090 GPUs rounded up that you will be able to purchase right now.
PNY GeForce RTX 3090 XLR8 Gaming Epic-X
Value Gaming
Don't let PNY fool you into thinking its RTX 3090 range isn't worth considering due to the undercut pricing as these are some killer GPUs. They rock the same number of CUDA cores (at 10,496) as other aftermarket options and come rocking some ace cooling with a triple-fan setup. Clock speeds come in at 1395MHz and 1695MHz for core and boost, respectively.
MSI GeForce RTX 3090 Gaming X Trio
High Performer
MSI makes some of the best GPUs around the RTX 3090 Gaming X Trio is a fine example of sheer power. So long as your PSU is capable of providing clean, reliable power to the GPU, you'll be able to make good use of the 10,496 CUDA cores,1740MHz boost clock speed, and other advancements that come with the latest NVIDIA cards.
MSI GeForce RTX 3090 Ventus 3X OC
Cool Gaming
This is yet another RTX 3090 GPU from MSI, but it's a little different visually. Should you not be a fan of the Gaming X Trio, the Ventus 3X OC comes rocking the same 10,496 CUDA cores, 1740MHz, and other performance highlights. If you want to game at 4K, this is the GPU you should buy.
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 Eagle OC
Sleek Design
GIGABYTE's GeForce RTX 3090 Eagle OC is one sleek-looking GPU. It's about shouting out loud and proud about how fast it is with RGB lighting and aggressive design elements. Instead, GIGABYTE made sure it performs exceptionally well even with more demanding games at 4K, thanks to the 10,496 CUDA cores and impressive clock speeds.
EVGA GeForce RTX 3090 FTW3 GAMING
Bright Lights
EVGA has the gorgeous GeForce RTX 3090 FTW3 GAMING graphics card available for those who need a card with some bright colors. If your rig is all about the looks, this GPU will fit right in, but it's also no slouch. You'll find the same 10,496 CUDA cores here, as well as a boost clock speed of 1740 MHz.
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity
Silent But Deadly
ZOTAC makes some of the largest GPUs around, which you'll find as part of the AMP Extreme! range, but the Trinity RTX 3090 is a more normal-looking card. It's also got all the right specs, including 10,496 CUDA cores, plenty of headroom for boosting the clock speeds, as well as good cooling for more demanding titles at 4K.
Choosing the best NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 GPU
There are plenty of aftermarket options for the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 GPU, but choosing the best one for your PC rig can be challenging. This is why we rounded up the best aftermarket cards around so you can shortlist a few and pick the one that best suits your PC. The RTX 3090 is a killer GPU for 4K and even 8K gaming.
The MSI GeForce RTX 3090 Gaming X Trio (opens in new tab) is a brilliant GPU for your new gaming PC build. It has insane amounts of power compared to even the RTX 20 series from NVIDIA and is probably more than you'll require, but it would be nice to own one. The Gaming X Trio from MSI comes equipped with plenty of RAM, all the CUDA cores you need, and high boost clock speeds.
But fear not if you can't quite stretch for one of the more premium RTX 3090 cards. There are more value-orientated options like the PNY GeForce RTX 3080 XLR8 Gaming Epic-X (opens in new tab), and this card won't let you down at all. It still has the same number of CUDA cores and similar clock speeds than more expensive choices, but you're saving a little in the process.
Rich Edmonds is Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him over on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
