We analyzed 600+ graphics cards to find the most balanced pairings for your Intel Core i9-7980XE Extreme Edition. 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 i9-7980XE Extreme Edition 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 i9-7980XE Extreme Edition has a performance index of 61. To maintain a "Balanced" experience, you should aim for a GPU within a +/- 15% index range of your processor.
| Graphics Card | Balance | Impact | |
|---|---|---|---|
Radeon RX 640 Mobile Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon 550X 640SP Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R9 M470X Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon RX 540X Mobile Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R9 M385X Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R9 M280X Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R9 M385 Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R7 450 OEM Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
GeForce GTX 750 GeForce | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R7 250X Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
Radeon R7 250XE Radeon | Balanced | 0% | Analysis |
GeForce MX250 GeForce | Balanced | 1% | Analysis |
GeForce MX150 GP107 GeForce | Balanced | 1% | Analysis |
GeForce MX350 GeForce | CPU | 1% | Analysis |
Radeon 630 Mobile Radeon | CPU | 1% | Analysis |