Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Okami HD
We weighed five graphics cards on video memory and GPU, and the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce costs the least.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Okami HD does not need a high-end card, which leaves room to choose on price, memory and video outputs. Every pick is an RTX card that cost $650 or less, ordered from the lowest price.
The order reflects GPU, VRAM and memory from maker specifications; we did not test these graphics cards ourselves, and a missing boost clock is flagged, not filled in.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC V2 6G
Undercutting the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X on price when we checked.
Best for: Getting dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler for the least money.
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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
MSI Gaming RTX 3050 LP 6G OC
14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus.
Best for: Buyers who want 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus.
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Worth a Look
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 5050 WINDFORCE OC 8G
A dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler.
Best for: Buyers who want dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler.
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Premium Pick
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 V2 OC Edition
The top of this price range, adding a 2535MHz boost clock in OC mode.
Best for: Spending more than the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
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Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC V2 6G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Gigabyte's RTX 3050 Windforce OC V2 is the 6GB version of the RTX 3050, with DLSS support and a dual-fan cooler.
Best for
- Getting dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler for the least money.
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 has 6GB of GDDR6 on a 96-bit interface and third-generation Tensor cores for DLSS. The RTX 3050 chip has 6GB of GDDR6 on a 96-bit bus and supports DLSS and second-generation ray tracing cores. It is built on NVIDIA Ampere streaming multiprocessors, and its two Windforce fans sit on the GV-N3050WF2OCV2-6GD model.
It matches the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X and the MSI RTX 3050 LP on video memory (6GB). No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce; 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 RTX 3050 Windforce with the maker.
It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X was the next step up. The main gap: video memory of 6GB, behind the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce (8GB). If that matters, the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce offers 8GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 3050
- VRAM: 6GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- Dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler
- DLSS support
- Second-generation RT cores
- Undercutting the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X on price when we checked
Cons
- 6GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Video memory of 6GB, behind the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce (8GB)
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 ties with the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and the MSI RTX 3050 LP at 6GB.
It shares an RTX 3050 gpu with the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and MSI RTX 3050 LP; the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 goes with an RTX 4060 gpu. Like the MSI RTX 3050 LP, it has a 1492MHz boost clock, while the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 uses a 2535MHz (OC mode) boost clock. It also comes with 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
Cons
- 6GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 5
MSI Gaming RTX 3050 LP 6G OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
MSI's RTX 3050 LP is an entry card with 6GB of memory, fine for older games and esports titles.
Best for
- Buyers who want 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when 6GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games is a problem.
Why we like it
Two HDMI 2.1a ports and a DisplayPort make it useful in a multi-monitor work PC. It matches the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X on video memory (6GB). It shares a 1492MHz boost clock with the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X; the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 goes with a 2535MHz (OC mode) boost clock.
No dimensions are published for the MSI RTX 3050 LP; 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 LP with the maker. Half-height cases need the low-profile bracket; confirm it ships with the MSI RTX 3050 LP.
On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X and the pricier Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce, at the time of writing. The trade-off is video memory; for more, the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce offers 8GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 3050
- VRAM: 6GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 1492MHz
- Low profile: Yes
- Outputs: 1 x DisplayPort 1.4a, 2 x HDMI 2.1a
Pros
- Low-profile design for slim desktops
- 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus
- Two HDMI 2.1a outputs
Cons
- 6GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Video memory trails the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce (8GB)
- Costs more than the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce at the time of writing
Worth a Look4 of 5
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 5050 WINDFORCE OC 8G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Gigabyte's RTX 5050 Windforce is the cheapest way into DLSS 4 here.
Best for
- Buyers who want dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games.
Why we like it
The maker publishes few details, so confirm size and power needs on Gigabyte's page. On video memory it ties with the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 at 8GB. You get an RTX 5050 gpu here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 and its an RTX 4060 gpu.
It also comes with a dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler and a PCIe 5.0 interface. No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce; 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 RTX 5050 Windforce with the maker. When we checked, only the MSI RTX 3050 LP and cheaper picks cost less, and the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 5050
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- Dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler
- PCIe 5.0 interface
- Video memory of 8GB, ahead of the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce
- RTX 5050 gpu, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 V2 OC Edition on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS Dual V2 offers a 2535MHz boost in OC mode and an HDMI 2.1a output on a dual-fan RTX 4060.
Best for
- Spending more than the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Skip if
- Choose another pick if you can't accept this: 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games.
Why we like it
It supports DLSS 3 frame generation, and its OC mode boosts to 2,535MHz. Axial-tech fans keep the dual-fan cooler compact. Axial-tech fans with longer blades and a barrier ring push more air down onto the heatsink.
On video memory it ties with the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce at 8GB. An RTX 4060 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 2535MHz (OC mode) boost clock; compare the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X, which has a 1492MHz boost clock.
No dimensions are published for the ASUS Dual 4060 V2; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Only the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce came close to it on price at the time of writing; it cost the most of the 5 picks.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 2535MHz (OC mode)
Pros
- 2535MHz boost clock in OC mode
- HDMI 2.1a output
- Dual-fan cooler
- Video memory of 8GB, ahead of the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce at the time of writing
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- How these picks were ranked
- We lined up five cards on GPU, video memory, memory and boost clock, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house, and boost clock and outputs are missing for at least one pick.
- What every pick has in common
- All 5, from the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce to the ASUS Dual 4060 V2, state GPU, video memory and memory and share GDDR6 memory.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce give no boost clock; the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce, the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce and the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 give no outputs.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce ($150 to $250) to the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 ($250 to $500).
What to Look for in a GPUs for Okami HD
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Video memory
Across these 5 picks video memory spans 6GB (the MSI RTX 3050 LP) to 8GB (the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce). The Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce is the pick for video memory.
Boost clock
The MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X and the MSI RTX 3050 LP list 1492MHz; the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 lists 2535MHz (OC mode). Sort out boost clock before price: it splits 3 stated picks into groups of 2 and 1.
Fit and compatibility
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce; get length and thickness from the maker's page first.
Extras that separate them
The MSI RTX 3050 LP: two HDMI 2.1a outputs. The Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce: a PCIe 5.0 interface. The ASUS Dual 4060 V2: an HDMI 2.1a output.
How much to spend
$150 to $250 buys the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce; $250 to $500 buys the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X, the MSI RTX 3050 LP, the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce and the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 at our last check.
How to Choose a GPUs for Okami HD
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Getting dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler for the least money | Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce | Undercutting the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X on price when we checked |
| Buyers who want two HDMI 2.1a outputs | MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X | Two HDMI 2.1a outputs |
| Buyers who want 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus | MSI RTX 3050 LP | 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus |
| Buyers who want dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler | Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce | A dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler |
| Spending more than the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce costs for the fullest feature set in this group | ASUS Dual 4060 V2 | The top of this price range, adding a 2535MHz boost clock in OC mode |
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Key specs side by side
The Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce leads on video memory at 8GB, ahead of the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 at 8GB. "Not listed" marks boost clock where the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce leave the figure out.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory | Boost clock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce | RTX 3050 | 6GB | GDDR6 | Not listed |
| MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X | RTX 3050 | 6GB | GDDR6 | 1492MHz |
| MSI RTX 3050 LP | RTX 3050 | 6GB | GDDR6 | 1492MHz |
| Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce | RTX 5050 | 8GB | GDDR6 | Not listed |
| ASUS Dual 4060 V2 | RTX 4060 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2535MHz (OC mode) |
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By price at the time of writing
The Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce was the lowest-priced pick ($150 to $250) and the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 the highest ($250 to $500) when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Cards |
|---|---|
| About $150 to $250 | Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce |
| About $250 to $500 | MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X, MSI RTX 3050 LP, Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce, ASUS Dual 4060 V2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 add over the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce?
On paper it adds video memory (8GB against 6GB). On our last price check the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce was in the $150 to $250 tier and the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 in the $250 to $500 tier, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if video memory decides your purchase.
Why is the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 our Premium Pick?
The label rests on the top of this price range, adding a 2535MHz boost clock in OC mode. The Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce, the cheapest pick, sat in the $150 to $250 tier against $250 to $500 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at spending more than the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce costs for the fullest feature set in this group.
Do the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce differ on GPU?
The Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce, the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X and the MSI RTX 3050 LP use RTX 3050; the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce uses RTX 5050; the ASUS Dual 4060 V2 uses RTX 4060.
Will the MSI RTX 3050 LP work with my setup?
No dimensions are published for the MSI RTX 3050 LP; 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 LP with the maker. In this guide it ranks third of 5, and fifth of 5 on video memory (6GB).
What extras do the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce and the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X include?
The Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce: a dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler. The MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X: two HDMI 2.1a outputs. The MSI RTX 3050 LP: 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Gigabyte RTX 3050 Windforce, chosen for undercutting the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X on price when we checked. Look at the MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X for two HDMI 2.1a outputs, the MSI RTX 3050 LP for 14Gbps memory on a 96-bit bus and the Gigabyte RTX 5050 Windforce for a dual-fan WINDFORCE cooler if those matter more to you.
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