Best GPU Under €450 (2026) — Germany

€450 is where 1080p gaming stops being a compromise — expect high framerates at max settings in most titles, plus enough headroom to step up to 1440p in lighter games. This tier also starts to open up VRAM options that matter for texture-heavy modern titles.

Ideal for 1080p high-refresh-rate gaming (144Hz+) and as an entry point into 1440p for less demanding titles.

Prices updated September 7, 2026

New

Top Pick

Highest benchmark performance among in-stock new GPUs priced within €450. Ties break on value score.

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

8 GB GDDR7 · Performance 31/100

€399

GPU comparison and selection table
GPU Name	Performance Normalized benchmark score vs. the fastest GPU in our database (100%). Aggregated from 3DMark-style results across multiple tests.	Value Score	VRAM	Price
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GBNVIDIA	31/100	0.538	8 GB	€399
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GBAMD	28/100	0.605	8 GB	€396
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GBAMD	28/100	0.521	16 GB	€429
Radeon RX 6750 XTAMD	26/100	0.310	12 GB	€409
Arc B580INTEL	22/100	0.573	12 GB	€379

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Used

Top Pick

Highest benchmark performance among in-stock used or refurbished GPUs priced within €450. Ties break on value score.

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

8 GB GDDR6X · Performance 30/100

€428

GPU comparison and selection table
GPU Name	Performance Normalized benchmark score vs. the fastest GPU in our database (100%). Aggregated from 3DMark-style results across multiple tests.	Value Score	VRAM	Price
GeForce RTX 3070 TiNVIDIA	30/100	0.329	8 GB	€428Used
GeForce RTX 3070NVIDIA	27/100	0.361	8 GB	€376Used
GeForce RTX 2080 TiNVIDIA	25/100	0.166	11 GB	€439Used
Radeon RX 6700 XTAMD	24/100	0.334	12 GB	€416Used
GeForce RTX 3060 12GBNVIDIA	18/100	0.354	12 GB	€385Used

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a €450 GPU good enough for 1440p?

For less demanding or older titles, yes — expect to dial back settings in the newest AAA releases. If 1440p at max settings is the goal, the €600 tier is a safer target.

What VRAM should I look for at €450?

8GB is the practical minimum for modern titles at this tier; 12GB+ options (when available under €450) age noticeably better as games' texture budgets grow.

Can I buy from UK retailers and still use this guide?

This ranking uses prices available to Irish shoppers in EUR. Cross-border deals can help, but watch for VAT, shipping, and warranty differences before you buy.