There's one for almost every budget

Graphics cards are an essential component if you want to run intensive 3D applications or want better performance in applications that support GPU acceleration. There is a discrete graphics card for almost every budget, but many of them are poor choices, even compared to other graphics cards for the exact same price.

We’ve scoured the charts and compiled a list of the best graphics cards for their intended purpose and price point. Starting with the most budget-friendly cards, we’ll end with GPUs that can make almost any wallet weep.

Not everyone wants to use their GPU for gaming, but they can still benefit from a fair amount of GPU power. While integrated graphics in CPUs are improving every year, there’s no reason to be stuck with their relative lack of power in a desktop system.