Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Rayman Legends
Five graphics cards compared, from the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB to the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
For Rayman Legends, the card matters less than the monitor, memory and storage around it, so compare price and memory first. Every pick is a Radeon RX or Intel Arc card that cost $700 or less, ordered from the highest price.
Our comparison rests on published figures for GPU, VRAM and memory; where a maker leaves a figure out, 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
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9070 Gaming OC 16G
The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans.
Best for: Buyers who want a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC costs.
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Also Consider
Gigabyte Radeon RX 7700 XT Gaming OC 12G
Three WINDFORCE fans.
Best for: Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
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Strong Alternative
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB OC
32 compute units.
Best for: Buyers who want 32 compute units.
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Worth a Look
Gigabyte Radeon RX 7600 XT Gaming OC 16G
Three WINDFORCE fans.
Best for: Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
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Lowest Price Here
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8G
Undercutting the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC on price when we checked.
Best for: Keeping the cost under $500.
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Our Picks
Premium Pick1 of 5
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9070 Gaming OC 16G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Gigabyte's RX 9070 Gaming OC is the lowest-cost card here, with 16GB of GDDR6 and a WINDFORCE cooler.
Best for
- Buyers who want a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC costs.
Skip if
- If budget leads, the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB was cheaper at our last price check.
Why we like it
It leaves more of the budget for the CPU, board and memory. It matches the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC on video memory (16GB). No other pick in this guide offers an RX 9070 gpu; compare the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC, which has an RX 7600 XT gpu.
It also offers server-grade thermal conductive gel and RGB lighting. No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RX 9070 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 RX 9070 Gaming OC 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 Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC and the rest.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 9070
- VRAM: 16GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- 16GB of VRAM for high-resolution textures
- WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans
- Server-grade thermal conductive gel
- RGB lighting
Cons
- Costs more than the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB at the time of writing
Also Consider2 of 5
Gigabyte Radeon RX 7700 XT Gaming OC 12G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
What the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC brings to the table is three WINDFORCE fans, plus RGB Fusion lighting and a metal backplate.
Best for
- Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also offers a 12GB video memory. Its 12GB video memory ranks fourth of 5 here, behind the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC (16GB) and ahead of the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB (8GB). No other pick in this guide offers an RX 7700 XT gpu; compare the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC, which has an RX 7600 XT gpu.
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte 7700 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 7700 XT Gaming OC with the maker. On price it sat fourth of 5, between the cheaper ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB and the pricier Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 7700 XT
- VRAM: 12GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- 12GB of VRAM, more than 8GB cards
- Three WINDFORCE fans
- RGB Fusion lighting and a metal backplate
- RX 7700 XT gpu, the only one here
Cons
- Costs more than the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 5
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.
Skip if
- Skip it if price comes first: the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB 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. It matches the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC on video memory (16GB). Like the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB, it has an RX 9060 XT gpu, while the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC 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. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC and the pricier Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC, at the time of writing.
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 Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB at the time of writing
Worth a Look4 of 5
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
- Price-first buyers should look at the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
It also offers a 16GB video memory. It matches the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC and the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB on video memory (16GB). No other pick in this guide offers an RX 7600 XT gpu; compare the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, which has an RX 9060 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. On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB and the pricier 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 Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB at the time of writing
Lowest Price Here5 of 5
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Gigabyte's RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB is the entry to AMD's RDNA 4 generation, with Hawk fans and RGB lighting.
Best for
- Keeping the cost under $500.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games.
Why we like it
Its 8GB of memory suits 1080p more than 1440p. Its 8GB video memory is the smallest in this group; the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC leads at 16GB. Like the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, it has an RX 9060 XT gpu, while the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC uses an RX 7700 XT gpu.
It also comes with server-grade thermal conductive gel. No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB; 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 RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB with the maker. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC was the next step up.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 9060 XT
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
Pros
- WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans
- Server-grade thermal conductive gel
- RGB lighting
- Undercutting the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC on price when we checked
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Video memory trails the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC (16GB)
How We Chose
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We compared five cards on GPU, video memory and memory, using each maker's published specs. These are research figures, not bench results, and every compared field is stated for all 5 picks.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC to the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB, state GPU, video memory and memory and share GDDR6 memory.
- Who each pick suits
- The Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans; the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC for three WINDFORCE fans; the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB for 32 compute units.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB ($250 to $500) to the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a GPUs for Rayman Legends
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Video memory
The Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC tops video memory at 16GB and the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB sits lowest at 8GB; 3 picks share the top figure. For less, the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB is the runner-up at 16GB ($500 to $1000 tier).
What to check at home
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. Measure for 249mm and 2 slots before ordering the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB.
Features beyond the spec table
The Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC: RGB Fusion lighting and a metal backplate. 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.
Budget
$250 to $500 buys the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC; $500 to $1000 buys the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC and the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC at our last check.
Match the pick to your priority
Buyers who want a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC costs: the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC. Keeping the cost under $500: the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB.
How to Choose a GPUs for Rayman Legends
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who want a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC costs | Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC | The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans |
| Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans | Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC | Three WINDFORCE fans |
| Buyers who want 32 compute units | ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB | 32 compute units |
| Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans | Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC | Three WINDFORCE fans |
| Keeping the cost under $500 | Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB | Undercutting the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC on price when we checked |
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Key specs side by side
The Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC leads on video memory at 16GB, ahead of the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB at 16GB.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC | RX 9070 | 16GB | GDDR6 |
| Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC | RX 7700 XT | 12GB | GDDR6 |
| ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB | RX 9060 XT | 16GB | GDDR6 |
| Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC | RX 7600 XT | 16GB | GDDR6 |
| Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB | RX 9060 XT | 8GB | GDDR6 |
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By price at the time of writing
At our last check the cheapest pick, the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB, sat in the $250 to $500 tier, 2 tiers in all up to the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC at $500 to $1000; Amazon prices move, so recheck before buying.
| Price tier | Cards |
|---|---|
| About $250 to $500 | Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB, Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC |
| About $500 to $1000 | ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB, Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC, Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC worth paying more than the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB?
On paper it adds video memory (16GB against 8GB). The Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB sat in the $250 to $500 tier and the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC in the $500 to $1000 tier when we checked, with 3 other picks between them; pay the difference only if video memory decides your purchase.
What makes the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC the Premium Pick?
It carries the badge for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans. The Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB, the cheapest pick, sat in the $250 to $500 tier against $500 to $1000 here, without out-ranking it on any listed spec. It is aimed at anyone who wants a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans and can spend more than the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC costs.
Do the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC and the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC differ on GPU?
The Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC uses RX 9070; the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC uses RX 7700 XT; the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB and the Gigabyte RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 8GB use RX 9060 XT; the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC uses RX 7600 XT.
What should I check before buying the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC?
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 fourth of 5, and third of 5 on video memory (16GB).
Beyond the specs, what sets the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC and the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC apart?
The Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC: a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans. The Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC: three WINDFORCE fans. The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB: 32 compute units.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Gigabyte RX 9070 Gaming OC, chosen for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a WINDFORCE cooler with Hawk fans. Look at the Gigabyte 7700 XT Gaming OC for three WINDFORCE fans, the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 16GB for 32 compute units and the Gigabyte 7600 XT Gaming OC for three WINDFORCE fans if those matter more to you.
Put leftover budget toward a higher-refresh monitor or an SSD.