Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Deathloop
Three graphics cards ranked on video memory and GPU; the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT is the cheapest route in.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read3 products evaluated
Deathloop lists an RTX 2060 or RX 5700 for its recommended tier. Every pick is a Radeon RX card with at least 12GB of video memory that cost $520 or less.
Deathloop's official PC requirements list NVIDIA RTX 2060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 (8GB) and 16GB of RAM for the recommended tier (source: Steam store page). Matching brand to brand, the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT are a newer generation than the RX 5700.
The order reflects GPU, VRAM and memory from maker specifications; gaps in the specs are flagged, not filled in rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Requirements source: Steam store page
Quick Picks
Our 3 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Premium Pick
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC
The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 32 compute units.
Best for: Buyers who want 32 compute units and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC costs.
Our take Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming OC 16G
Three WINDFORCE fans.
Best for: Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
Our take Check price for Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming OC 16G (opens in a new tab)
Lowest Price Here
ASRock Radeon RX 7700 XT Challenger 12GB OC
A lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Keeping the cost under $500.
Our take Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 7700 XT Challenger 12GB OC (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 32 compute units. | Buyers who want 32 compute units and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC costs. | Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC (opens in a new tab) |
| Three WINDFORCE fans. | Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans. | Check price for Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming OC 16G (opens in a new tab) |
| A lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked. | Keeping the cost under $500. | Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 7700 XT Challenger 12GB OC (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Premium Pick1 of 3
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASRock's Challenger gives the RX 9060 XT a full 16GB of memory in a two-slot, 249mm card.
Best for
- Buyers who want 32 compute units and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC costs.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
The maker offers a 550W power supply and a single 8-pin plug, so it drops into most existing builds. On video memory it ties with the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC at 16GB. An RX 9060 XT gpu is unique to it among these picks, while the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT uses an RX 7700 XT gpu.
It also offers 32 compute units and 0dB fan stop at light load. Power for the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB comes through 1 x 8-pin, with 550W the maker's minimum PSU. Only the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 3 picks.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 9060 XT
- VRAM: 16GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Length: 249mm
- Thickness: 2-slot
- Recommended PSU: 550W
- Power connector: 1 x 8-pin
- Boost clock: 3290MHz
Pros
- 16GB of VRAM for high-resolution textures
- Short 249mm length suits compact cases
- Dual-slot cooler leaves the next slot free
- A modest 550W PSU recommendation
Cons
- Costs more than the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT at the time of writing
Also Consider2 of 3
Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming OC 16G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC stands out for three WINDFORCE fans, and it adds a 128-bit memory interface.
Best for
- Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also offers a 16GB video memory. On video memory it ties with the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB at 16GB. An RX 7600 XT gpu is unique to it among these picks, while the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT uses an RX 7700 XT gpu.
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC with the maker. It was priced above the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT and below the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 7600 XT
- VRAM: 16GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- 16GB of VRAM for high-resolution textures
- Three WINDFORCE fans
- 128-bit memory interface
- RX 7600 XT gpu, the only one here
Cons
- Costs more than the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here3 of 3
ASRock Radeon RX 7700 XT Challenger 12GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASRock Challenger 7700 XT stands out for 0dB silent cooling at light loads.
Best for
- Keeping the cost under $500.
Skip if
- Skip it if video memory matters most to you; the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB offers 16GB.
Why we like it
It also offers a 12GB video memory. On video memory it trails the group at 12GB, while the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB offers 16GB. You get an RX 7700 XT gpu here, which sets it apart from the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and its an RX 7600 XT gpu.
No dimensions are published for the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT with the maker. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC was closest.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 7700 XT
- VRAM: 12GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- 12GB of VRAM, more than 8GB cards
- 0dB silent cooling at light loads
- RX 7700 XT gpu, the only one here
- A lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked
Cons
- Video memory trails the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB (16GB)
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We set side by side three cards on GPU, video memory and memory from manufacturer specifications. Nothing was tested in-house; 3 of the 3 fields compared are stated for every pick.
- What every pick has in common
- All 3, from the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB to the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT, state GPU, video memory and memory and share GDDR6 memory.
- Who each pick suits
- The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 32 compute units; the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC for three WINDFORCE fans; the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT for a lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT ($250 to $500) to the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a GPUs for Deathloop
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Video memory
Here video memory runs from 12GB on the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT to 16GB on the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, a 33% spread. The Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC comes second at 16GB, in the $250 to $500 tier against $500 to $1000 for the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB.
Fit and compatibility
Measure for 249mm and 2 slots before ordering the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB. No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC; get length and thickness from the maker's page first.
Extras that separate them
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB: 20Gbps memory on a 128-bit bus. The Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC: a 128-bit memory interface. The ASRock Challenger 7700 XT: 0dB silent cooling at light loads.
Where your budget lands
$250 to $500 buys the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC; $500 to $1000 buys the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB at our last check.
Start from what matters most
Buyers who want 32 compute units and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC costs: the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB. Keeping the cost under $500: the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT.
How to Choose a GPUs for Deathloop
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who want 32 compute units and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC costs | ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB | The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 32 compute units |
| Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans | Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC | Three WINDFORCE fans |
| Keeping the cost under $500 | ASRock Challenger 7700 XT | A lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked |
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Key specs side by side
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB leads on video memory at 16GB, ahead of the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC at 16GB.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB | RX 9060 XT | 16GB | GDDR6 |
| Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC | RX 7600 XT | 16GB | GDDR6 |
| ASRock Challenger 7700 XT | RX 7700 XT | 12GB | GDDR6 |
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By price at the time of writing
The ASRock Challenger 7700 XT was the lowest-priced pick ($250 to $500) and the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB the highest ($500 to $1000) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Cards |
|---|---|
| About $250 to $500 | ASRock Challenger 7700 XT, Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC |
| About $500 to $1000 | ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these cards run Deathloop at recommended settings?
In Deathloop's list, the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT meet the recommended card on brand, generation and model number. Deathloop also lists 16GB of system RAM for that tier, which is separate from the card.
What does the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB add over the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT?
What it brings is video memory (16GB against 12GB). On our last price check the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT was in the $250 to $500 tier and the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB in the $500 to $1000 tier, with 1 other pick between them; pay the difference only if video memory decides your purchase.
Why is the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT our Lowest Price Here pick?
The label rests on a lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked. It is aimed at keeping the cost under $500.
Do the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC differ on GPU?
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB uses RX 9060 XT; the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC uses RX 7600 XT; the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT uses RX 7700 XT.
Will the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC work with my setup?
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC with the maker. In this guide it ranks second of 3, and second of 3 on video memory (16GB).
What extras do the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC include?
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB: 32 compute units. The Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC: three WINDFORCE fans. The ASRock Challenger 7700 XT: 0dB silent cooling at light loads.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, chosen for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 32 compute units. Look at the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC for three WINDFORCE fans and the ASRock Challenger 7700 XT for a lower price than the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the rest when we checked if those matter more to you.
Compare the card with the recommended RTX 2060 or RX 5700 first.