Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Marvel Rivals
Five graphics cards compared, from the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti to the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Marvel Rivals is an Unreal Engine 5 hero shooter that supports DLSS upscaling and frame generation. Every pick is an RTX 40 or 50 series card that cost between $350 and $800, ordered from the highest price.
Our comparison rests on published figures for GPU, VRAM and memory; where a maker leaves out thickness, we say so, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Premium Pick
MSI GeForce RTX 4070 12GB Ventus 2X OC
The top of this price range, adding a dual-fan Ventus cooler.
Best for: Spending more for the fullest feature set.
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Largest Video Memory
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB OC
The largest video memory here (16GB).
Best for: Buyers who put video memory first.
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Also Consider
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB OC
Military-grade components.
Best for: Buyers who want military-grade components.
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Strong Alternative
MSI GeForce RTX 4070 Ventus 3X E1 12G OC
A triple-fan Ventus cooler.
Best for: Buyers who want triple-fan Ventus cooler.
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Lowest Price Here
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 Ti OC Edition 8GB
A lower price than the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 and the rest when we checked.
Best for: Getting 2.5-slot dual-fan cooler for the least money.
Our take Check price for ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 Ti OC Edition 8GB (opens in a new tab)
Our Picks
Premium Pick1 of 5
MSI GeForce RTX 4070 12GB Ventus 2X OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's Ventus 2X OC is a dual-fan RTX 4070 with three DisplayPort outputs and one HDMI 2.1.
Best for
- Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Skip if
- The maker gives no cooler thickness, so look elsewhere if that figure decides it for you.
Why we like it
It supports up to 7,680 by 4,320 digital output on a 192-bit interface. It matches the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 on video memory (12GB). Like the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1, it has an RTX 4070 gpu, while the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB uses an RTX 5060 Ti gpu.
You get GDDR6X memory here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti and its GDDR6 memory. No dimensions are published for the MSI 4070 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 4070 Ventus 2X with the maker.
It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB. Buyers who need a confirmed cooler thickness should compare it with the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, which comes in at 2.5-slot.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4070
- VRAM: 12GB
- Memory: GDDR6X
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1 x HDMI 2.1
Pros
- 12GB of VRAM, more than 8GB cards
- Dual-fan Ventus cooler
- Three DisplayPort outputs
- GDDR6X memory, the only one here
Cons
- No published cooler thickness
- Costs more than the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti at the time of writing
Largest Video Memory2 of 5
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is the lower-cost NVIDIA route to 16GB at 1440p.
Best for
- Buyers who put video memory first.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It is a 2.5-slot card with 0dB fan stop and dual-ball fan bearings. Its 16GB video memory is the largest here; the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X comes next at 12GB. It matches the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti on cooler thickness (2.5-slot).
It shares an RTX 5060 Ti gpu with the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB; the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti goes with an RTX 4060 Ti gpu. Like the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB, it has GDDR7 memory, while the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti uses GDDR6 memory. No other pick in this guide offers a 2632MHz (OC mode) boost clock; compare the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB, which has a 2692MHz (OC mode) boost clock.
It also comes with a quiet/performance dual BIOS. It was priced above the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB and below the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM: 16GB
- Memory: GDDR7
- Thickness: 2.5-slot
- Boost clock: 2632MHz (OC mode)
Pros
- 16GB of VRAM for high-resolution textures
- Faster GDDR7 memory
- Quiet/performance dual BIOS
- 0dB fan stop
Cons
- Costs more than the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti at the time of writing
Also Consider3 of 5
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is the fastest chip here and suits high-refresh 1080p.
Best for
- Buyers who want military-grade components.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent game rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
Its 3.1-slot cooler is large for this class, so check the slot below. On video memory it ties with the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti at 8GB. Its 3.1-slot cooler thickness is the thickest in this group; the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads at 2.5-slot.
It shares an RTX 5060 Ti gpu with the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB; the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 goes with an RTX 4070 gpu. Like the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, it has GDDR7 memory, while the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 uses GDDR6 memory. It is the only pick here with a 2692MHz (OC mode) boost clock; the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB has a 2632MHz (OC mode) boost clock instead.
You also get military-grade components and a protective PCB coating. The ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB occupies 3.1 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 5060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR7
- Thickness: 3.1-slot
- Boost clock: 2692MHz (OC mode)
Pros
- Faster GDDR7 memory
- Military-grade components
- Protective PCB coating
- The ASUS GPU Guard
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Its 3.1-slot cooler covers the slots below
- Cooler thickness trails the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (2.5-slot)
Strong Alternative4 of 5
MSI GeForce RTX 4070 Ventus 3X E1 12G OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's Ventus 3X E1 is a triple-fan RTX 4070 that uses GDDR6 memory rather than the GDDR6X on the other 4070 cards here, with a 2520MHz boost.
Best for
- Buyers who want triple-fan Ventus cooler.
Skip if
- Pass if a published cooler thickness matters; this one has none.
Why we like it
It has three DisplayPort 1.4a outputs and one HDMI 2.1a on a 192-bit memory interface. It uses the GeForce RTX 4070 chip with MSI's three-fan cooler. It has three DisplayPort 1.4a outputs and one HDMI 2.1a, with 12GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus and a 2520MHz clock.
On video memory it ties with the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X at 12GB. It shares an RTX 4070 gpu with the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X; the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti goes with an RTX 4060 Ti gpu. Like the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti, it has GDDR6 memory, while the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB uses GDDR7 memory.
No other pick in this guide offers a 2520MHz boost clock; compare the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB, which has a 2632MHz (OC mode) boost clock. There is no published cooler thickness figure, whereas the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB comes in at 2.5-slot.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4070
- VRAM: 12GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 2520MHz
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1 x HDMI 2.1a
Pros
- 12GB of VRAM, more than 8GB cards
- Triple-fan Ventus cooler
- GDDR6 memory rather than the GDDR6X on other 4070 cards
- 2520MHz boost clock, the only one here
Cons
- No published cooler thickness
- Costs more than the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here5 of 5
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 Ti OC Edition 8GB on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The original ASUS Dual 4060 Ti uses a 2.5-slot cooler with Axial-tech fans and an HDMI 2.1 output.
Best for
- Getting 2.5-slot dual-fan cooler for the least money.
Skip if
- Pass on it if 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent game rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
0dB mode stops the fans during light gaming, and it boosts to 2,595MHz in OC mode. On video memory it ties with the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB at 8GB. It matches the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB on cooler thickness (2.5-slot). You get an RTX 4060 Ti gpu here, which sets it apart from the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 and its an RTX 4070 gpu.
Like the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1, it has GDDR6 memory, while the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X uses GDDR6X memory. The ASUS Dual 4060 Ti occupies 2.5 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 4060 Ti with the maker.
No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 was closest. Video memory is its weakest area, and the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB covers it better at 16GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Thickness: 2.5-slot
Pros
- 2.5-slot dual-fan cooler
- Axial-tech fans
- HDMI 2.1 output
- Cooler thickness of 2.5-slot, ahead of the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Video memory trails the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB (16GB)
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We compared five cards on GPU, video memory, memory and cooler thickness as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X to the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti, state GPU, video memory and memory.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The MSI 4070 Ventus 2X and the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 give no cooler thickness; the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X and the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti give no boost clock.
- Price range
- From the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti to the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X, all sat in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a GPUs for Marvel Rivals
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much video memory you need
Here video memory runs from 8GB on the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti to 16GB on the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB. The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is the pick for video memory.
Cooler thickness across these picks
Here cooler thickness runs from 3.1-slot on the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB to 2.5-slot on the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB. The ASUS Dual 4060 Ti comes second for less money. No figure for the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X and the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1.
Memory
The MSI 4070 Ventus 2X lists GDDR6X; the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB list GDDR7; the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 and the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti list GDDR6.
Boost clock
The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB lists 2632MHz (OC mode); the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB lists 2692MHz (OC mode); the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 lists 2520MHz. Rule out the mismatches before looking at price.
What to check at home
No dimensions are published for the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB occupies 2.5 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case.
How to Choose a GPUs for Marvel Rivals
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending more for the fullest feature set | MSI 4070 Ventus 2X | The top of this price range, adding a dual-fan Ventus cooler |
| Buyers who put video memory first | ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | The largest video memory here (16GB) |
| Buyers who want military-grade components | ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | Military-grade components |
| Buyers who want triple-fan Ventus cooler | MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 | A triple-fan Ventus cooler |
| Getting 2.5-slot dual-fan cooler for the least money | ASUS Dual 4060 Ti | A lower price than the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 and the rest when we checked |
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Key specs side by side
The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads on video memory at 16GB, ahead of the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X at 12GB. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory | Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSI 4070 Ventus 2X | RTX 4070 | 12GB | GDDR6X | Not listed |
| ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | RTX 5060 Ti | 16GB | GDDR7 | 2.5-slot |
| ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | RTX 5060 Ti | 8GB | GDDR7 | 3.1-slot |
| MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 | RTX 4070 | 12GB | GDDR6 | Not listed |
| ASUS Dual 4060 Ti | RTX 4060 Ti | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2.5-slot |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB ahead of the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X on video memory?
The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB leads at 16GB, with the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X at 12GB. The ASUS Dual 4060 Ti is at the other end of this group with 8GB.
Is the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X worth paying more than the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti?
On paper it adds video memory (12GB against 8GB). The ASUS Dual 4060 Ti was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
What makes the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB the Largest Video Memory?
It earns the label for the largest video memory here (16GB). It suits anyone who put video memory first.
Do the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X and the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB differ on GPU?
The MSI 4070 Ventus 2X and the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 use RTX 4070; the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB and the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB use RTX 5060 Ti; the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti uses RTX 4060 Ti.
What should I check before buying the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1?
No dimensions are published for the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1; 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 4070 Ventus 3X E1 with the maker. In this guide it ranks fourth of 5.
Beyond the specs, what sets the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X and the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB apart?
The MSI 4070 Ventus 2X: a dual-fan Ventus cooler. The ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB: a quiet/performance dual BIOS. The ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB: military-grade components.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the MSI 4070 Ventus 2X, chosen for the top of this price range, adding a dual-fan Ventus cooler. Look at the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti 16GB for the largest video memory here (16GB), the ASUS TUF RTX 5060 Ti 8GB for military-grade components and the MSI 4070 Ventus 3X E1 for a triple-fan Ventus cooler if those matter more to you.
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