Asus TUF GAMING OC GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

Built on the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, this card packs 8GB of GDDR6X memory. At 272mm long it fits most mid-tower cases; display outputs: HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1. Clocks run from 1550 up to 1875 boost, drawing 150W — even modest power supplies handle it. 8GB of VRAM is workable at 1080p and 1440p with sensible texture settings.

Its $214.99 price tag places it squarely in budget territory. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest graphics card deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through ASUS, with terms that vary by region. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked.