Best GPU Under £300 (2026) — United Kingdom
At £300, you're shopping the sweet spot for 1080p gaming: modern esports titles and most AAA games at medium-to-high settings without stretching your budget. The picks below are pulled live from current UK retailer prices and ranked by performance, not a fixed "best of" list — so the #1 pick can change as prices move.
Best suited for 1080p gaming, esports titles, and budget-conscious builds where the CPU and GPU need to stay balanced.
Prices updated October 15, 2026
New
Highest benchmark performance among in-stock new GPUs priced within £300. Ties break on value score.
GeForce RTX 30708 GB GDDR6 · Performance 27/100
£299
GPU Name | Price |
|---|---|
GeForce RTX 3070NVIDIA | £299 |
Arc A750INTEL | |
GeForce GTX 1660 TiNVIDIA | |
GeForce RTX 3050 6GBNVIDIA | |
GeForce GTX 1660NVIDIA |
Used
Highest benchmark performance among in-stock used or refurbished GPUs priced within £300. Ties break on value score.
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti11 GB GDDR6 · Performance 25/100
£299
GPU Name | Price |
|---|---|
GeForce RTX 2080 TiNVIDIA | |
GeForce RTX 4060NVIDIA | |
GeForce RTX 3060 12GBNVIDIA | |
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPERNVIDIA | |
GeForce GTX 1080 TiNVIDIA |
Almost in budget
These cards are a bit over budget right now, but have recently, genuinely sold in this range — worth a look if you can be flexible on timing.
GeForce RTX 5050
£319
Typically available around £220 over the last 90 days — sometimes in this range
See current listings →Radeon RX 7600
£329
Typically available around £256 over the last 90 days — sometimes in this range
See current listings →GeForce RTX 4060
£319
Typically available around £279 over the last 90 days — sometimes in this range
See current listings →Frequently Asked Questions
Is £300 enough for a good gaming GPU in 2026?
Yes — £300 reliably buys a card capable of smooth 1080p gaming at high settings in most titles, and playable 1440p in less demanding games. It's the most competitive price tier for esports-focused builds.
Should I buy new or consider a refurbished card at this price point?
A reputable UK retailer's refurbished or open-box listing (with warranty) can sometimes beat a new card a tier below in Value Score — just check the return policy and warranty length before buying, since cover varies a lot between sellers.
How often does this list update?
The picks above reflect current in-stock UK retailer prices, refreshed regularly — the ranking can shift day to day as prices and inventory change.