We analyzed 600+ graphics cards to find the most balanced pairings for your Intel Core i5-8500T. Calculated using the DPI™ Dynamic Pressure Engine.
The most powerful card this CPU can handle without significant waste.
The most balanced pairing for 1440p high-refresh gaming.
An affordable pairing that still delivers excellent 1080p/1440p performance.
Selecting a GPU for the Intel Core i5-8500T isn't just about picking the fastest card. It's about matching the computational pressure of the CPU with the load factor of the GPU at your target resolution.
Pro Tip: At higher resolutions like 4K, CPU bottlenecking becomes less significant. If you plan to play at 4K, you can safely pair a higher-end GPU than what's recommended for 1080p.
Our DPI™ model shows that the Intel Core i5-8500T has a performance index of 49. To maintain a "Balanced" experience, you should aim for a GPU within a +/- 15% index range of your processor.
| Graphics Card | Balance | Impact | |
|---|---|---|---|
Radeon 780M Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon 880M Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
GeForce MX130 GeForce | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
GeForce GTX 950A GeForce | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
GeForce GTX 950M Mac Edition GeForce | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R7 M465X Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
GeForce GTX 760A GeForce | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R9 M265X Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R5 A240 Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Arc 130T Mobile Arc | GPU | 1% | Analysis |
Radeon 860M Radeon | GPU | 1% | Analysis |
Radeon 530X Mobile Radeon | GPU | 1% | Analysis |
Radeon 535 Mobile Radeon | GPU | 1% | Analysis |
Radeon R9 M375 Radeon | Balanced | 1% | Analysis |
GeForce GT 720 OEM GeForce | CPU | 1% | Analysis |