How to pick the right graphics card for your gaming PC

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The graphics card or GPU is the core component that makes or breaks a gaming PC. If you're planning to upgrade your existing one or build a gaming PC from scratch, picking the right GPU is essential to having a good gaming experience. You'll also want something that will be capable for the next few years at the very least, so keep that in mind too. Here are some of the things to think about before you pull the trigger on your purchase.

One of the reasons you may be thinking of buying a new GPU is because the games you want to play aren't really running well. If you just need a small boost for casual titles, you can settle for an entry-level GPU. But do think about what games you'd like to play in the future and plan accordingly. The next thing you need to consider is, are you someone that needs to max-out all the graphics settings or would a compromise work? Certain games would be easier to run at full tilt than others, so if you're not the compromising type, then investing in a more powerful card now will save you upgrade woes in the near future.

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The second important thing to note is the resolution you plan to game at. If you know you'll be sticking with a Full-HD monitor and have o plans of upgrading in the near future, a basic mid-range card should suffice. For 1440p or 2K monitors, which is also a popular choice, you'll want to consider upper mid-range GPUs. 4K gaming is the premium tier which will typically require a high-end GPU. Once again, the type of game you're running also makes a big difference as simpler titles would have no trouble running at 4K even on a basic GPU.

Another important and often overlooked aspect is, will the new card fit in your existing PC case? GPUs come in all shapes and sizes, depending on which OEM you go with, so it's important to check the dimensions of the card and see if you have enough room to accommodate it. You don't want to buy the card and later