Buying Guide
The Best GPUs for Tekken 8
Five graphics cards compared, from the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB to the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
Tekken 8 is a locked-60 fighting game on Unreal Engine 5 that looks best at high texture settings. Every pick cost between $280 and $460 and has at least 8GB of video memory.
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.
Lowest Price Here
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB OC
The cheapest way into this group, below the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge.
Best for: Spending as little as possible.
Our take Check price for ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB OC (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 5050 Twin Edge OC
Two 90mm BladeLink fans.
Best for: Buyers who want two 90mm BladeLink fans.
Our take Check price for ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 5050 Twin Edge OC (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G
Three WINDFORCE fans.
Best for: Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
Our take Check price for Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G (opens in a new tab)
Worth a Look
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 OC White Edition
A white shroud for light-themed builds.
Best for: Buyers who want white shroud for light-themed builds.
Our take Check price for ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 OC White Edition (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 Ti V2 OC Edition 8GB
The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 0dB fan stop at light load.
Best for: Buyers who want the most complete package.
Our take Check price for ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 Ti V2 OC Edition 8GB (opens in a new tab)
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 5
ASRock Radeon RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
ASRock's RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB brings AMD's RDNA 4 architecture to a budget card with 32 compute units.
Best for
- Spending as little as possible.
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 is the compromise; the 16GB version costs more. It is the only pick here with an RX 9060 XT gpu; the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge has an RTX 5050 gpu instead. It also comes with a dual-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop.
No dimensions are published for the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 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 ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB with the maker. It was the cheapest of the group when we checked; the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge was the next step up. Buyers who need a confirmed cooler thickness should compare it with the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge, which comes in at 2-slot.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RX 9060 XT
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Boost clock: 3290MHz
- Outputs: DisplayPort 2.1a, HDMI 2.1b
Pros
- 32 compute units with third-generation ray tracing
- Dual-fan cooler with 0dB fan stop
- 20Gbps memory on a 128-bit bus
- RX 9060 XT gpu, the only one here
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- No published cooler thickness
Also Consider2 of 5
ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 5050 Twin Edge OC on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Zotac's RTX 5050 Twin Edge is a two-slot, SFF-Ready card with two 90mm fans and one 8-pin plug.
Best for
- Buyers who want two 90mm BladeLink fans.
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
It is the smallest NVIDIA option here for a compact case. It matches the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 on cooler thickness (2-slot). You get an RTX 5050 gpu here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 and its an RTX 4060 Ti gpu.
It also offers a pass-through airflow design and a metal backplate. The Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge occupies 2 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case. SFF-Ready is NVIDIA's size guideline, not a guarantee the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge fits every small case. When we checked, only the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB cost less, and the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 5050
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Thickness: 2-slot
- Power connector: 1 x 8-pin
- SFF-Ready: Yes
- Outputs: 3 x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1 x HDMI 2.1b
Pros
- Dual-slot cooler leaves the next slot free
- A single 8-pin power connector
- Carries NVIDIA's SFF-Ready label
- Two 90mm BladeLink fans
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB at the time of writing
Strong Alternative3 of 5
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4060 OC Low Profile 8G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
Gigabyte's RTX 4060 Low Profile is the previous generation, with DLSS 3 rather than DLSS 4.
Best for
- Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans.
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
Three WINDFORCE fans and a dual BIOS make it a solid fallback if the RTX 5060 cards are out of stock. The low-profile 4060 pairs three WINDFORCE fans with 8GB of GDDR6, and it supports DLSS 3 and ray tracing. Like the ASUS Dual 4060 White, it has an RTX 4060 gpu, while the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB uses an RX 9060 XT gpu.
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile; 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 4060 Low Profile with the maker. On price it sat third of 5, between the cheaper Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge and the pricier ASUS Dual 4060 White, at the time of writing. The maker doesn't give its cooler thickness; if that figure matters, the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge comes in at 2-slot.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Low profile: Yes
Pros
- Low-profile design for slim desktops
- Three WINDFORCE fans
- Dual BIOS
- DLSS 3 support
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- No published cooler thickness
- Costs more than the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB at the time of writing
Worth a Look4 of 5
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 OC White Edition on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS Dual White has a white shroud for light-themed builds, a dual BIOS switch and a 2.5-slot cooler.
Best for
- Buyers who want white shroud for light-themed builds.
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
Its OC mode boosts to 2,535MHz, and Axial-tech fans with barrier rings push more air downward. Its dual ball fan bearings last up to twice as long as sleeve bearings. On cooler thickness it trails the group at 2.5-slot, while the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge comes in at 2-slot.
Like the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile, it has an RTX 4060 gpu, while the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB uses an RX 9060 XT gpu. The ASUS Dual 4060 White 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 White with the maker. Its price falls between the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile and the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2, based on our last check.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4060
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Thickness: 2.5-slot
Pros
- White shroud for light-themed builds
- Dual BIOS switch
- 2.5-slot dual-fan cooler
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Cooler thickness trails the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge (2-slot)
- Costs more than the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB at the time of writing
Premium Pick5 of 5
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4060 Ti V2 OC Edition 8GB on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The ASUS Dual V2 is a 2-slot, SFF-Ready RTX 4060 Ti with 0dB fan stop and a 2595MHz boost in OC mode.
Best for
- Buyers who want the most complete package.
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 0dB fan mode keeps it quiet during light games, and it supports DLSS 3. It matches the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge on cooler thickness (2-slot). You get an RTX 4060 Ti gpu here, which sets it apart from the ASUS Dual 4060 White and its an RTX 4060 gpu.
The ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 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 4060 Ti V2 with the maker. SFF-Ready is NVIDIA's size guideline, not a guarantee the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 fits every small case.
At our last price check it topped the group, with the ASUS Dual 4060 White the nearest cheaper option. Video memory is its weakest area, and the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB covers it better at 8GB.
Key dimensions & specs
- GPU: RTX 4060 Ti
- VRAM: 8GB
- Memory: GDDR6
- Thickness: 2-slot
- Boost clock: 2595MHz (OC mode)
- SFF-Ready: Yes
Pros
- Dual-slot cooler leaves the next slot free
- Carries NVIDIA's SFF-Ready label
- 0dB fan stop at light load
- 2595MHz boost clock in OC mode
Cons
- 8GB of VRAM may force lower texture settings in some recent games
- Costs more than the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB 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 lined up five cards on GPU, video memory, memory and cooler thickness from manufacturer specifications. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB to the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2, state GPU, video memory and memory and share GDDR6 memory.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB and the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile give no cooler thickness; the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge, the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile and the ASUS Dual 4060 White give no boost clock.
- Price range
- From the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB to the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2, all sat in the $250 to $500 tier when we checked.
What to Look for in a GPUs for Tekken 8
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Cooler thickness across these picks
Here cooler thickness runs from 2.5-slot on the ASUS Dual 4060 White to 2-slot on the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge. The Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge is the pick for cooler thickness. No figure for the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB and the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile.
Boost clock
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB lists 3290MHz; the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 lists 2595MHz (OC mode). Settle this first, then compare prices.
What to check at home
No dimensions are published for the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB; get length and thickness from the maker's page first. The Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge occupies 2 slots, but no length is published, so check the maker's spec page against your case.
Features beyond the spec table
The Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile: a dual BIOS. The ASUS Dual 4060 White: a dual BIOS switch. The ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2: a 2595MHz boost clock in OC mode.
Where your budget lands
All 5 sat in one tier when we checked, from the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB at the low end to the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 at the top, so decide on features first.
How to Choose a GPUs for Tekken 8
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Spending as little as possible | ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB | The cheapest way into this group, below the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge |
| Buyers who want two 90mm BladeLink fans | Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge | Two 90mm BladeLink fans |
| Buyers who want three WINDFORCE fans | Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile | Three WINDFORCE fans |
| Buyers who want white shroud for light-themed builds | ASUS Dual 4060 White | A white shroud for light-themed builds |
| Buyers who want the most complete package | ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 | The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with 0dB fan stop at light load |
Scroll sideways to see every column.
Key specs side by side
The Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge leads on cooler thickness at 2-slot, ahead of the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 at 2-slot. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| Card | GPU | VRAM | Memory | Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB | RX 9060 XT | 8GB | GDDR6 | Not listed |
| Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge | RTX 5050 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2-slot |
| Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile | RTX 4060 | 8GB | GDDR6 | Not listed |
| ASUS Dual 4060 White | RTX 4060 | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2.5-slot |
| ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 | RTX 4060 Ti | 8GB | GDDR6 | 2-slot |
Scroll sideways to see every column.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB the Lowest Price Here?
It earns the label for the cheapest way into this group, below the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge. It suits spending as little as possible.
Do the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB and the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge differ on GPU?
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB uses RX 9060 XT; the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge uses RTX 5050; the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile and the ASUS Dual 4060 White use RTX 4060; the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 uses RTX 4060 Ti.
What should I check before buying the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile?
No dimensions are published for the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile; 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 4060 Low Profile with the maker. In this guide it ranks third of 5.
Beyond the specs, what sets the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB and the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge apart?
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB: 32 compute units with third-generation ray tracing. The Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge: two 90mm BladeLink fans. The Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile: three WINDFORCE fans.
Should I pick the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB or the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2?
The ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB suits spending as little as possible; the ASUS Dual 4060 Ti V2 suits buyers who want the most complete package.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the ASRock RX 9060 XT Challenger 8GB, chosen for the cheapest way into this group, below the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge. Look at the Zotac RTX 5050 Twin Edge for two 90mm BladeLink fans, the Gigabyte RTX 4060 Low Profile for three WINDFORCE fans and the ASUS Dual 4060 White for a white shroud for light-themed builds if those matter more to you.
Run the game at your monitor's native resolution to keep character models sharp.