Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Dispatch
Five graphics cards ranked on video memory and GPU, where the Arc B570 Challenger has the largest video memory, and it also costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
For Dispatch, the card matters less than the monitor, memory and storage around it, so compare price and memory first. Every pick cost between $250 and $650, ordered from the lowest price.
We ranked these graphics cards on GPU, VRAM and memory using manufacturer specifications; where a maker leaves out outputs, we say so rather than guess, since we have not benched them.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Largest Video Memory
ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger 10GB OC
The largest video memory here (10GB).
Best for: Buyers who put video memory first.
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Also Consider
MSI GeForce RTX 3050 Ventus 2X 6G OC
Two HDMI 2.1a outputs.
Best for: Buyers who want two HDMI 2.1a outputs.
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Strong Alternative
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Steel Legend 8GB OC
A triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop.
Best for: Buyers who want triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop.
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Worth a Look
XFX Speedster SWFT210 Radeon RX 7600 8GB
A 2655MHz boost clock.
Best for: Buyers who want 2655MHz boost clock.
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Premium Pick
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 5050 8GB OC
The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a quiet/performance dual BIOS.
Best for: Buyers who want a quiet/performance dual BIOS and can spend more than the XFX 7600 SWFT210 costs.
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Our Picks
Largest Video Memory1 of 5
ASRock Intel Arc B570 Challenger 10GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Arc B570 is the B580's cheaper sibling with 10GB of memory on a 160-bit bus.
Best for
- Buyers who put video memory first.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
Why we like it
It was the least expensive card here at the time of writing and still offers three DisplayPort 2.1 outputs. Its dual striped axial fans stop completely at low load, and the card supports Intel XeSS 2 upscaling. On video memory it leads this guide at 10GB, ahead of the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend (8GB).
You get an arc B570 gpu here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 and its an RTX 5050 gpu. It is the only pick here with a 2600MHz boost clock; the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X has a 1492MHz boost clock instead. No dimensions are published for the Arc B570 Challenger; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Power for the Arc B570 Challenger comes through 1 x 8-pin.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: Arc B570
- VRAM: 10GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Power connector: 1 x 8-pin
- Boost clock: 2600MHz
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 2.1, 1 x HDMI 2.1a
Pros
- 10GB of VRAM, more than 8GB cards
- A single 8-pin power connector
- 160-bit memory bus at 19Gbps
- 0dB fan stop
Also Consider2 of 5
MSI GeForce RTX 3050 Ventus 2X 6G OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's RTX 3050 Ventus 2X 6G OC has two HDMI 2.1a outputs and one DisplayPort, with DLSS support.
Best for
- Buyers who want two HDMI 2.1a outputs.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 6GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It is built on the Ampere architecture with 6GB of GDDR6 at 14Gbps on a 96-bit interface and a 1492MHz boost clock. Its single DisplayPort output is version 1.4a, and the card carries two HDMI 2.1a ports. On video memory it trails the group at 6GB, while the Arc B570 Challenger offers 10GB.
You get an RTX 3050 gpu here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 and its an RTX 5050 gpu. It is the only pick here with a 1492MHz boost clock; the Arc B570 Challenger has a 2600MHz boost clock instead. It also offers a dual-fan Ventus cooler.
No dimensions are published for the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X with the maker.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 3050
- VRAM: 6GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 1492MHz
- Outputs: 1 x DisplayPort 1.4a, 2 x HDMI 2.1a
Pros
- Two HDMI 2.1a outputs
- Dual-fan Ventus cooler
- DLSS support
- RTX 3050 gpu, the only one here
Cons
- 6GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Video memory trails the Arc B570 Challenger (10GB)
Strong Alternative3 of 5
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Steel Legend 8GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASRock's RX 9060 XT Steel Legend 8GB uses a triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop and a reinforced metal backplate.
Best for
- Buyers who want triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games.
Why we like it
Its 3320MHz boost is the highest among these cards. On video memory it ties with the XFX 7600 SWFT210 and the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 at 8GB. An RX 9060 XT gpu is unique to it among these picks, while the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X uses an RTX 3050 gpu.
No other pick in this guide offers a 3320MHz boost clock; compare the XFX 7600 SWFT210, which has a 2655MHz boost clock. It also comes with 20Gbps memory on a 128-bit bus. No dimensions are published for the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend; 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 RX 9060 XT Steel Legend with the maker. It was priced above the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X and below the XFX 7600 SWFT210 at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 9060 XT
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 3320MHz
- Outputs: DisplayPort 2.1a, HDMI 2.1b
Pros
- Triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop
- Reinforced metal backplate
- 20Gbps memory on a 128-bit bus
- Video memory of 8GB, ahead of the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the Arc B570 Challenger at the time of writing
Worth a Look4 of 5
XFX Speedster SWFT210 Radeon RX 7600 8GB on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
XFX's SWFT210 RX 7600 offers a 2655MHz boost and three DisplayPort outputs on a dual-fan cooler.
Best for
- Buyers who want 2655MHz boost clock.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games.
Why we like it
XFX builds it with a compact dual-fan SWFT cooler, which suits smaller cases. It carries 8GB of GDDR6, enough for 1080p at sensible settings. On video memory it ties with the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend and the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 at 8GB.
You get an RX 7600 gpu here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 and its an RTX 5050 gpu. It is the only pick here with a 2655MHz boost clock; the Arc B570 Challenger has a 2600MHz boost clock instead. No dimensions are published for the XFX 7600 SWFT210; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the XFX 7600 SWFT210 with the maker.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 7600
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 2655MHz
- Outputs: 1 x HDMI, 3 x DisplayPort
Pros
- 2655MHz boost clock
- Dual-fan SWFT210 cooler
- Three DisplayPort outputs
- Video memory of 8GB, ahead of the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the Arc B570 Challenger at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 5050 8GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS Dual RTX 5050 is the least expensive GeForce here, a two-slot card with a dual BIOS and 0dB fan stop.
Best for
- Buyers who want a quiet/performance dual BIOS and can spend more than the XFX 7600 SWFT210 costs.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
It brings DLSS 4 to budget builds, with 8GB of GDDR6. It matches the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend and the XFX 7600 SWFT210 on video memory (8GB). No other pick in this guide offers an RTX 5050 gpu; compare the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend, which has an RX 9060 XT gpu.
You get a 2677MHz (OC mode) boost clock here, which sets it apart from the XFX 7600 SWFT210 and its a 2655MHz boost clock. You also get dual-ball fan bearings. The ASUS Dual RTX 5050 occupies 2 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case.
Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 with the maker. It was the highest-priced of the 5 picks at the time of writing, so the case for it rests on what it adds over the XFX 7600 SWFT210 and the rest.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 5050
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Thickness: 2-slot
- Boost clock: 2677MHz (OC mode)
- SFF-Ready: Yes
Pros
- Dual-slot cooler leaves the next slot free
- Carries NVIDIA's SFF-Ready label
- Quiet/performance dual BIOS
- 0dB fan stop
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the Arc B570 Challenger at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We set side by side five cards on GPU, video memory, memory and boost clock from manufacturer specifications. Nothing was tested in-house; 4 of the 5 fields compared are stated for every pick, while outputs has gaps.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the Arc B570 Challenger to the ASUS Dual RTX 5050, state GPU, video memory and memory and share GDDR6 memory.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The ASUS Dual RTX 5050 gives no outputs.
- Price range
- From the Arc B570 Challenger to the ASUS Dual RTX 5050, all sat in the $250 to $500 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a GPUs for Dispatch
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much video memory you need
The Arc B570 Challenger tops video memory at 10GB and the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X sits lowest at 6GB. The Arc B570 Challenger is the pick for video memory.
Boost clock
The Arc B570 Challenger lists 2600MHz; the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X lists 1492MHz; the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend lists 3320MHz; the XFX 7600 SWFT210 lists 2655MHz; the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 lists 2677MHz (OC mode). Settling boost clock first narrows 5 picks to 1, 1, 1 or 1 or 1.
Fit and compatibility
No dimensions are published for the Arc B570 Challenger; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. The ASUS Dual RTX 5050 occupies 2 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case.
Extras that separate them
The MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X: a dual-fan Ventus cooler. The ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend: a reinforced metal backplate. The XFX 7600 SWFT210: a dual-fan SWFT210 cooler.
Where your budget lands
All 5 sat in the $250 to $500 tier when we checked, from the Arc B570 Challenger at the low end to the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 at the top, so decide on features first.
How to Choose a GPUs for Dispatch
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who put video memory first | Arc B570 Challenger | The largest video memory here (10GB) |
| Buyers who want two HDMI 2.1a outputs | MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X | Two HDMI 2.1a outputs |
| Buyers who want triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop | ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend | A triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop |
| Buyers who want 2655MHz boost clock | XFX 7600 SWFT210 | A 2655MHz boost clock |
| Buyers who want a quiet/performance dual BIOS and can spend more than the XFX 7600 SWFT210 costs | ASUS Dual RTX 5050 | The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a quiet/performance dual BIOS |
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Key specs side by side
The Arc B570 Challenger leads on video memory at 10GB, ahead of the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend at 8GB.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory | Boost clock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arc B570 Challenger | Arc B570 | 10GB | GDDR6 | 2600MHz |
| MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X | RTX 3050 | 6GB | GDDR6 | 1492MHz |
| ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend | RX 9060 XT | 8GB | GDDR6 | 3320MHz |
| XFX 7600 SWFT210 | RX 7600 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2655MHz |
| ASUS Dual RTX 5050 | RTX 5050 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2677MHz (OC mode) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the largest video memory: the Arc B570 Challenger or the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend?
The Arc B570 Challenger tops video memory at 10GB; the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend follows at 8GB, 25% apart. The MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X closes the ranking at 6GB.
What does the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 add over the Arc B570 Challenger?
The ASUS Dual RTX 5050 matches or trails the Arc B570 Challenger on video memory, so the extra spend buys only what the spec sheet doesn't show. It does not win everywhere: the Arc B570 Challenger still leads on video memory (10GB). Both sat in the $250 to $500 tier when we checked, so the choice comes down to features.
Why is the Arc B570 Challenger our Largest Video Memory pick?
It carries the badge for the largest video memory here (10GB). On video memory it leads the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend, 10GB against 8GB, a 25% margin. It makes sense for anyone who puts video memory first.
Do the Arc B570 Challenger and the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X differ on GPU?
The Arc B570 Challenger uses Arc B570; the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X uses RTX 3050; the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend uses RX 9060 XT; the XFX 7600 SWFT210 uses RX 7600; the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 uses RTX 5050.
Will the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 work with my setup?
The ASUS Dual RTX 5050 occupies 2 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case. Its power connector and recommended PSU are not published, so confirm both for the ASUS Dual RTX 5050 with the maker. In this guide it ranks fifth of 5, as our Premium Pick, and fourth of 5 on video memory (8GB).
What extras do the Arc B570 Challenger and the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X include?
The Arc B570 Challenger: a 160-bit memory bus at 19Gbps. The MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X: two HDMI 2.1a outputs. The ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend: a triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Arc B570 Challenger, chosen for the largest video memory here (10GB). Look at the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X for two HDMI 2.1a outputs, the ASRock RX 9060 XT Steel Legend for a triple-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop and the XFX 7600 SWFT210 for a 2655MHz boost clock if those matter more to you.
Match the card's video outputs to your monitor's HDMI or DisplayPort inputs.