5 best GPUs for Battlefield 6

Battlefield 6 requires some serious rendering horsepower to hit high FPS (Image via EA/DICE)
Battlefield 6 requires some serious rendering horsepower to hit high FPS (Image via EA/DICE)

EA has officially revealed that Battlefield 6 requires at least an RTX 2060 or RX 5600 XT for minimum 1080p performance, while recommending an RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6700 XT for optimal gameplay at 1440p and 60 FPS with high settings. While the hardware requirements are reasonable for AAA releases in 2025, you'll need even more capable hardware for an uncompromised experience. The open beta gave us a good idea of what to expect from the video game.

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To help you make an informed decision, we've listed the five ideal GPUs for Battlefield 6 in this article. Only cards with excellent value for their price bracket made the cut.


Multiple budget and high-end GPUs run Battlefield 6 well

1) Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 ($299)

The RTX 4060 remains the most popular budget option despite its limitations (Image via Nvidia)
The RTX 4060 remains the most popular budget option despite its limitations (Image via Nvidia)

The RTX 4060 is currently selling for less than its $299 launch MSRP these days. The GPU hits the sweet spot between performance and budget pricing, making it the most popular GPU on Steam right now. For Battlefield 6, it can handle 1080p with some compromises, and DLSS 3 helps you push about 60 FPS consistently.

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SpecificationDetails
CUDA Cores3,072
Base/Boost Clock1,830 / 2,460 MHz
Memory8GB GDDR6
Memory Bus128-bit
TDP115W
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The RTX 4060 is based on a cut-down Ada Lovelace graphics chip with 3,072 CUDA cores with 8GB of VRAM. That's not a lot of video memory for 2025, and the 128-bit bus is narrow. Moreover, the 115W power draw means it doesn't have a lot of headroom, but it will work on any system without upgrading your PSU.

Pros:

  • Cheap enough that you won't need a loan
  • 115W TDP works with weak power supplies
  • DLSS 3 Frame Generation helps performance in Battlefield 6
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Cons:

  • 8GB VRAM will bite you in more demanding scenes
  • Limited longevity that'll mandate upgrading in a generation

2) AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT ($599)

The RX 9070 XT offers serious 1440p performance with tons of VRAM (Image via AMD)
The RX 9070 XT offers serious 1440p performance with tons of VRAM (Image via AMD)

AMD's RX 9070 XT launched at $599 with gaming performance comparable to much more capable Nvidia alternatives. In most titles, performance matches the $1200 RTX 4080, with some games running faster than the 5080. You get 16GB of VRAM here, which is plenty for playing Battlefield 6 at 1440p and even 4K.

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SpecificationDetails
Compute Units64
Base/Boost Clock1,660 / 2,970 MHz
Memory16GB GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit
TDP304W
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The RX 9070 XT is based on the RDNA 4-based Navi 48 chip with 64 compute units and a boost clock hitting nearly 3GHz. Just make sure your PSU is at least rated at 650W to handle the 304W power rating of the GPU.

Pros:

  • 16GB VRAM crushes anything else at this price
  • Strong 1440p performance with room for 4K
  • RDNA 4 ray tracing improvements look decent

Cons:

  • 304W TDP runs hot and loud
  • FSR 4 is unproven compared to DLSS
  • Good luck finding one at $599 at launch
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3) Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 ($549)

The RTX 5070 brings next-gen features to mainstream pricing (Image via Nvidia)
The RTX 5070 brings next-gen features to mainstream pricing (Image via Nvidia)

The RTX 5070 costs $549, and Nvidia claims it delivers "RTX 4090 performance" with aggressive DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation turned on. While raw rendering performance doesn't match any 90-class video card, you can hit high frame rates in Battlefield 6 at 1440p.

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SpecificationDetails
CUDA Cores6,144
Base/Boost Clock1,766 / 2,373 MHz
Memory12GB GDDR7
Memory Bus192-bit
TDP250W
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The RTX 5070 bundles 6,144 CUDA cores with 12GB of GDDR7 memory. The specs aren't as impressive as the 9070 XT, but DLSS 4 multi-frame generation is sophisticated enough to play the game with DLAA turned on. That makes a significant difference in the final picture quality.

Pros:

  • DLSS 4 Multi Frame Gen boosts framerates far beyond triple digits
  • 12GB GDDR7 is adequate at QHD
  • Strong ray tracing and mesh shading in the mid-premium range

Cons:

  • Multi-Frame Gen, while a frame booster, is still artificial
  • Availability and prices may be problematic
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4) Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Super ($599)

The RTX 4070 Super offers proven performance without the new-gen headaches (Image via Nvidia)
The RTX 4070 Super offers proven performance without the new-gen headaches (Image via Nvidia)

The RTX 4070 Super launched at $599 and is currently available in the second-hand market in the $400-450 range. For Battlefield 6, expect decent 1440p performance with ray tracing enabled. While DLSS 4 is missing, classic frame generation-based gains are still enough to run at smooth 75+ FPS consistently at both 1440p and 4K.

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SpecificationDetails
CUDA Cores7,168
Base/Boost Clock1,980 / 2,475 MHz
Memory12GB GDDR6X
Memory Bus192-bit
TDP220W
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The RTX 4070 Super uses a decked-out AD104 graphics chip with 7,168 CUDA cores with 12GB of GDDR6X memory. The 220W TDP is reasonable for this performance level, with strong ray tracing performance being another strong point. While it's not the fanciest thing on the market, the card is enough to play Battlefield 6 competitively.

Pros:

  • Available at reasonable prices in the open-box and second-hand market
  • Good 1440p gaming with ray tracing enabled

Cons:

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  • 12GB VRAM won't age well for 4K gaming
  • Being replaced by RTX 5070 at $500-550

5) Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super ($999)

The RTX 4080 Super handles 4K Battlefield 6 without breaking a sweat (Image via Nvidia)
The RTX 4080 Super handles 4K Battlefield 6 without breaking a sweat (Image via Nvidia)

The RTX 4080 Super, last generation's $999 flagship-grade card, is designed for flawless 4K gaming with maxed settings. You don't need a 4090 or 5090 to hit the best framerates in Battlefield 6. This older 80-class video card is everything you'd need for this game now that it's a bit cheaper in the used and open-box market.

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SpecificationDetails
CUDA Cores10,240
Base/Boost Clock2,295 / 2,550 MHz
Memory16GB GDDR6X
Memory Bus256-bit
TDP320W
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The RTX 4080 Super packs 10,240 CUDA cores with 16GB of GDDR6X memory. Performance sits about 24% behind the RTX 4090 and 10% behind the 5080. For most people, this is more than what you actually need for Battlefield 6. The 16GB VRAM buffer handles any texture setting you throw at it, and the 320W power draw is high but manageable.

Pros:

  • Genuine 4K gaming performance in most titles
  • 16GB VRAM future-proofs your investment
  • Cheaper than RTX 5080 in the used market with similar performance
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Cons:

  • $999 is still expensive for most people
  • 320W TDP needs good cooling and PSU
  • RTX 5080 is technically faster, but good luck finding one

Overall, your GPU choice for Battlefield 6 depends on what you can actually afford and find in stock. The RTX 4060 gets you in the door for 1080p gaming, while the 4070 Super offers the best balance of performance and availability. If money's no object, the 4070 Ti Super/4080 Super/5080 delivers everything you need for 4K gaming.

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Edited by Rachel Syiemlieh
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