Graphics card prices stabilizing
The feared exodus of affordable graphics cards has so far not materialized. At least some models are close to AMD's and Nvidia's recommended prices.
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Anyone who wants to upgrade their own desktop PC can still get affordable graphics cards. An initial wave of price increases due to the ongoing memory crisis has been overcome; mid-range models in particular have become cheaper again in recent weeks.
The low price level of summer 2025 remains unmatched, but some graphics cards are available around AMD's and Nvidia's recommended prices. Some models continue to be slightly below them.
| Graphics card prices [in Euros] | |||
| Model | MSRP | Price 21.8.25 (from) | Price 1.4.26 (from) |
| RTX 5090 | 2099 | 2250 | 3500 |
| RTX 5080 | 1059 | 1030 | 1190 |
| RTX 5070 Ti | 879 | 780 | 915 |
| RTX 5070 | 589 | 535 | 580 |
| RTX 5060 Ti 16GB | 449 | 425 | 550 |
| RTX 5060 Ti 8GB | 399 | 340 | 350 |
| RTX 5060 | 319 | 280 | 300 |
| RX 9070 XT | 689 | 630 | 650 |
| RX 9070 | 629 | 580 | 560 |
| RX 9060 XT 16GB | 369 | 350 | 390 |
| RX 9060 XT 8GB | 315 | 290 | 310 |
Only the GeForce RTX 5090 is far too expensive
For example, the cheapest manufacturer cards of the GeForce RTX 5060 currently cost around 300 Euros. A GeForce RTX 5070 is available from about 580 Euros. Graphics cards with 16 GByte or more memory exceed Nvidia's MSRPs; however, the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is again available for under 1000 Euros.
Only the GeForce RTX 5090 is not available at reasonable prices. The 2099 Euro MSRP has been wishful thinking for months; interested parties must pay at least 3500 Euros from reputable dealers.
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16 GByte cheaper at AMD
AMD's 16 GByte graphics cards are available cheaper than Nvidia's. This even applies to the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GByte, which was actually thought to be dead due to memory prices. The top model Radeon RX 9070 XT is available below AMD's recommended price.
There are only two limitations when buying graphics cards. There are always only a few manufacturer cards available per GeForce and Radeon model at low prices. Buyers therefore have little choice and may have to make do with a louder cooling solution.
In addition, prices fluctuate. Interested parties should therefore check price comparison sites daily to see which graphics cards are currently affordable. Universal statements cannot be made.
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