Best GPU Under $500 CAD (2026) — Canada
$500 CAD is where 1080p gaming stops being a compromise — expect high framerates at max settings in most titles, with enough headroom to step up to 1440p in lighter games.
Ideal for 1080p high-refresh-rate gaming and as an entry point into 1440p for less demanding titles.
🆕 New
GPU Name | Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
NVIDIA | 0.581 | 26/100 | 8 GB | |
| 0.418 | 21/100 | 16 GB | ||
NVIDIA | 0.520 | 20/100 | 8 GB | |
NVIDIA | 0.354 | 18/100 | 12 GB | |
NVIDIA | 0.173 | 12/100 | 8 GB |
♻️ Used
GPU Name | Price | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
NVIDIA | 0.362 | 27/100 | 8 GB | |
NVIDIA | 0.581 | 26/100 | 8 GB | |
| 0.310 | 26/100 | 12 GB | ||
NVIDIA | 0.166 | 25/100 | 11 GB | |
NVIDIA | 0.389 | 24/100 | 8 GB |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a $500 CAD GPU good enough for 1440p?
For less demanding or older titles, yes — for max settings in the newest AAA releases, the $650 tier is a safer target.
What VRAM should I look for at this price in Canada?
8GB is the practical minimum; 12GB+ options age noticeably better as VRAM budgets grow, and are worth the extra $50-100 CAD if available.
Does the Value Score account for the CAD/USD exchange rate?
Value Score is computed from the CAD listing price directly, so it already reflects the actual cost Canadian shoppers pay — no separate conversion needed.