AMD Radeon & NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Card Prices Improve Significantly Along With GPU Availability In 2022
Another month of 2022 and another significant improvement to prices of AMD Radeon & NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards can be seen along with improved GPU availability, as reported in the new pricing and availability report by 3DCenter.
AMD Radeon & NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Card Prices & GPU Availability Improve A Lot In 2022 But Should We Be Hopeful For ‘MSRP Prices’ In The Future?
According to the report by 3DCenter, while the current prices are still a far cry from the MSRP, the situation has been improving gradually over the last few months. The AMD Radeon graphics cards are currently priced at an average of 45% over MSRP, a drop from 63% last month while the NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards are priced at 57% MSRP versus last month’s 77% price hike.
AMD Radeon & NVIDIA GeForce graphics card prices hit their lowest in 2022 as GPU availability improves. (Image Credits: 3DCenter)
But it’s not just prices that have improved, as you can see from the monthly chart shared by 3DCenter, the availability of GPUs and the respective graphics cards is now at its best since the start of 2021 & continues to improve. In Europe, particularly, almost all stores are stocked with graphics cards in good quantities which means that the only issue that is as of right now is the prices and that, as mentioned above, seems to be improving too.
AMD Radeon RX 6000 Series Graphics Card Prices (RDNA 2 GPUs) via 3DCenter:
| 6500XT | 6600 | 6600XT | 6700XT | 6800 | 6800XT | 6900XT | |
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| miser | 244-370€ | 455-644€ | €529-737 | 779-1078€ | 1049-1439€ | 1149-1547€ | 1398-1799€ |
| alternates | 249-379€ | 469-509€ | €579-619 | €849-999 | 1099€ | 1239-1299€ | 1489-1699€ |
| Caseking | 273-328€ | 504€ | 623-737€ | 817-1269€ | 1142-1147€ | 1198-1471€ | 1549-1845€ |
| computer universe | 279-350€ | N/A | €599-723 | €860-999 | N/A | 1449€ | 1499-1729€ |
| Hardwarecamp24 | 266€ | 479-519€ | 549-594€ | €806-969 | N/A | 1239-1289€ | 1419-1489€ |
| media market | 276-319€ | N/A | 619-669€ | 829-920€ | 1159-1229€ | 1299€ | 1499-1639€ |
| Mindfactory | 244-308€ | 455-559€ | €529-603 | 789-860€ | 1069-1129€ | 1149-1280€ | 1398-1499€ |
| notebooks cheaper | 259-319€ | 469-519€ | 589-649€ | €779-999 | 1049-1195€ | 1179-1269€ | 1449-1699€ |
| Pro Shop | 320-370€ | N/A | N/A | 949-1029€ | 1299-1399€ | 1599-1699€ | 1599-1799€ |
| List Price | $199 | $329 | $379 | $479 | $579 | $649 | $999 |
| Surcharge | from +17% | from +32% | from +33% | from +55% | from +73% | from +69% | from +33% |
| Change as of 22nd January | –26PP | –16PP | –18PP | –18PP | –25PP | –19PP | -10PP |
| Availability | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
When it comes to AMD Radeon graphics cards, the RX 6000 series lineup is now available at better prices than the GeForce parts.
It looks like the only cards that are priced way over the top are the Radeon RX 6700 XT, RX 6800, and RX 6800 XT whereas the RX 6900 XT is priced at an average of 33 percent over MSRP, the RX 6600 XT is also priced 33% over MSRP, the RX 6600 is priced 32% over MSRP and the RX 6500 XT is the least hiked card with an average selling price of just 17% over its MSRP of $199 US.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Graphics Card Prices (Ampere GPUs) via 3DCenter:
| 3050 | 3060 | 3060Ti | 3070 | 3070Ti | 3080 -10GB | 3080Ti | 3090 | |
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| miser | 389-609€ | 590-949€ | 700-1099€ | €871-1299 | 948-1399€ | 1259-1839€ | 1665-2289€ | 2320-3215€ |
| alternates | 399-549€ | 619-789€ | €739-989 | €899-1199 | 989-1169€ | 1399-1614€ | 1689-2289€ | 2359-3169€ |
| Caseking | 456-492€ | 674-745€ | €725-904 | 967-1085€ | 989-1365€ | 1314-1642€ | 1748-2169€ | 2481-2947€ |
| computer universe | N/A | N/A | 850€ | 1149-1249€ | 1049-1199€ | 1499€ | 1799-1999€ | 2639-2849€ |
| Hardwarecamp24 | N/A | N/A | 729-819€ | 939-1022€ | 984-1084€ | 1299-1379€ | 1694-1769€ | N/A |
| media market | 429€ | 640-699€ | 730-849€ | 950-1059€ | 999-1109€ | 1299-1608€ | 1699-2000€ | 2359-2881€ |
| Mindfactory | 389-449€ | N/A | 729-749€ | €909-999 | 948-1025€ | 1259-1299€ | 1665-1899€ | 2369-2399€ |
| notebooks cheaper | 409-459€ | €619-699 | 729-869€ | €949-979 | 969-1099€ | 1299-1399€ | 1719-1949€ | 2349-2469€ |
| Pro Shop | 549-649€ | 713-849€ | €829 | 949-999€ | 1049-1119€ | 1570€ | 1799-1999€ | 2449€ |
| List Price | $249 | $329 | $399 | $499 | $599 | $699 | $1199 | $1499 |
| Surcharge | from +49% | from +71% | from +67% | from +66% | from +51% | from +72% | from +32% | from +47% |
| Change as of 22nd January | — | –17PP | –24PP | –17PP | –24PP | –26PP | –17PP | –5PP |
| Availability | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Coming to NVIDIA, the majority of the lineup is still priced at above 50% over MSRP but the cards such as the RTX 3080 Ti currently sits at 32% over MSRP which might make it a decent option over the RTX 3090 for gamers as it also comes in an LHR package which makes it almost not that good of a deal for miners.
The GeForce RTX 3050, the most recent launch, currently sits at 49% over MSRP. A detailed video by Moore’s Law is Dead highlights the whole pricing situtation:
Now it needs to be remembered that the previous major price hike and price drop that we saw last year was purely a result of the mining boom and mining crash, respectively. The same is happening right now and while mining did get pretty significant earlier this month, it is rebounding and GPU prices are expected to go up with manufacturers expected to hike the prices by another 10-20% for high-end components. As such, we should wait and see if this price adjustment continues or we see another price inflation moving into mid of 2022.
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Video card rating 2022
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A video card is one of the most important components of any PC, be it a stationary computer or a mobile laptop. It is she who is responsible for the speed of data processing and displaying them on the screen in a user-friendly image format. nine0003
The newer and more powerful the video adapter, the faster the graphics processing, which is especially true for gamers and all those who work with «heavy» graphics applications.
In the article «How to choose a video card» we talked in detail about what characteristics you should pay attention to in order to make the right choice.
This time we present to your attention the top best video cards of 2022, in which we have collected all the best models from leading computer hardware manufacturers. nine0003
Video card performance rating
Any video card consists of:
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GPU, which processes and displays 3D graphics and images on the screen;
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video controller that interacts with the processor and forms a picture in the device’s memory;
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RAM (RAM, temporary memory), which stores an already formed image for quick display on the screen; nine0003
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ROM (Read Only Memory) is used to store system resources and BIOS adapters;
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digital-to-analog converter that converts data into pixels on a monitor in a color range understandable to the human eye;
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cooling systems (cooler) to maintain the optimal temperature of the memory and processor;
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connectors — connectors for connecting to a PC or laptop.
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The best graphics cards for PCs or laptops always feature only the highest performing models. Let’s look at what is included in this concept.
So, a powerful and modern «vidyuha» can quickly cope with:
The decisive role in all this is played not by the processor, as beginners mistakenly believe, but by the video card. The performance of the latter is affected by qualitative characteristics:
In addition, it is important to take into account the dimensions of the video adapter and its power consumption. To find out how good a video card is, it is tested (overclocked under graphics load) using specialized software and thus the performance index is determined. nine0003
It is important to note that today only two giants are arguing for leadership in the industry, the graphic professor of which is used by everyone else — these are Nvidia and AMD. Therefore, you will have to compare not only between models of the same line and one generation, but also between manufacturers.
The rating of the five most productive video cards in 2022 according to the 21vek.by online hypermarket is as follows.
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Best performing graphics card with 10,752 CUDA cores and fastest memory to date (24GB GDDR 6X). In addition, it has a unique design. The front panel of the graphics card is covered with 90% ARGB backlit panels. The adapter’s cooling system includes Triple A lithium fins, as well as the manufacturer’s unique and patented double U-shaped heatpipes for even better cooling. Such power will delight any gamer and impress even the most demanding data scientist and multimedia content creator. nine0003
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The entry into the market of this video camera marked the return of fair competition between the top manufacturers of computer hardware.
AMD’s entire RX600 line can easily compete with Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 30. This particular video card is the flagship of the entire series and delivers the highest possible performance, which is enough to make everything “fly” at 4K resolution. The updated architecture with hardware ray tracing, the Navi 21 (Big Navi) GPU, the new Infinity Cache type and 16 GB of dedicated memory speak for themselves. nine0003
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Another strong member of AMD’s RX600 video adapter line. True, unlike its rather expensive «brother» described above, the RX6700 XT has a more democratic cost. At the same time, the device gives a sufficient level of performance to interact with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 (2K) and Full HD (1920×1080).
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ASRock provides custom solutions for Radeon RX products in the premium segment.
Three adapters are presented in the new line of the manufacturer. The model we reviewed is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 memory, supports the revolutionary AMD RDNA 2 architecture, hardware ray tracing, DirectX 12 Ultimate API and HDMI 2.1. In addition, the device uses an advanced cooling system with 3 fans and is equipped with an ARGB LED panel with Polychrome SYNC. nine0003
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This model, although it costs almost 2 times less than the options considered above, can rightfully be considered the «golden mean» in 2022. It also supports ray tracing technology and provides a decent frame rate at Full HD resolution at maximum gaming settings. The graphics card is equipped with 12 GB of GDDR6 video memory and 3584 CUDA cores. nine0003
Best graphics card for gaming 2022
What is the best graphics card for gaming? In short, the most productive of all available options.
We talked about such video adapters above. Another important nuance is the type of video card.
For work, study, watching movies and surfing the Internet, a video core integrated (built-in) into the computer processor is quite enough. This solution is actively used in compact and lightweight laptops. A completely different matter is gaming video cards. nine0003
The top gaming models feature exclusively discrete graphics cards, that is, separate components. They use their own processor and video memory, without using the RAM of the PC itself.
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Another model from Palit made it to the list of the best gaming video cards for a reason. The prefix «GamingPro» in the name speaks for itself. This is currently the fastest gaming class video accelerator, which is ideal for maximum graphics settings at 4K resolution, which could be better for a gamer.
Note that this device will show itself perfectly at 8K, after all, 24 GB of GDDR 6X video memory and a frequency of 19500 MHz can do more than meets the eye.
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This adapter belongs to a family of three fan models with Windforce 3X cooling system, 8 nm process technology, 10 GB GDDR6X video memory and factory overclocking (up to 1800 MHz). The device supports real-time ray tracing and is equipped with a GA102 chip with 8704 CUDA cores (Ampere architecture). Aesthetes will be able to appreciate the elegant design of the adapter, made in silver-white shades. nine0003
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The new flagship from AMD, which was created specifically to compete with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti.
The novelty is based on the well-established RDNA 2 architecture and is equipped with a 7 nm process technology. Of the improvements, we note a higher gaming frequency of 2100 MHz with a board power of 330 W. The memory speed has also increased to 16 Gb/s, and with it the bandwidth (576 Gb/s). Add to that the 16GB GDDR6 video memory and you have a great option for today’s demanding games. nine0003
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The main feature of the adapter is its size. Three full-fledged slots are 340 mm long and 140 mm high, while weighing a record 1.8 kg. This device took away the title of mastodon from the GeForce RTX 3090. The dimensions provide many bonuses, of which it is worth highlighting a sophisticated gaming design, an all-aluminum casing with a reinforcing plate, as well as a powerful cooling system with a through-flow radiator.
16 GB of GDDR6 video memory, HDMI, DisplayPort and factory overclocking in the kit will please many gamers. nine0003
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Our top video cards for gaming in 2022 are covered by a not-so-ordinary model. It’s all about its rather affordable price in comparison with all the devices described above. Since the basis of the adapter is the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti GPU and the GP 107-400 chip, the manufacturer has to pay close attention to the cooling system, low noise level and factory overclocking to distinguish itself from others. Note that the video card is devoid of all sorts of fashionable «gadgets» like backlighting or heaped cooling, but it adequately pulls modern games and is inexpensive. nine0003
The best video cards for mining
Cryptocurrency continues to capture the minds of miners from all over the world and show consistently high profitability.
But the extraction of ether or bitcoin is a rather laborious and financially costly task that requires a good technical base in the form of the best and most modern equipment.
We do not encourage anyone to urgently dive into the blockchain. But people in the «topic» will be interested to know which models are in the top graphics cards for mining in 2022. But first, let’s look at what parameters of the 3D graphics adapter play a decisive role in working with the crypt. nine0003
Mining (the process of creating a cryptocurrency) requires large computing power, which will a) work stably and b) consume electricity reasonably. To assemble a mining rig, you need not only a powerful and productive video card, but also other components (RAM, central processor, large hard drive).
But it is the video camera and the graphics processor that play the leading role in this system. When choosing equipment for mining, it is important to consider the following characteristics:
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Hashrate is a unit of power that shows how many hashes a video card will find in a certain amount of time.
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Video memory size. Each type of crypto has its own ranges. But it is better not to skimp and think about the future by choosing a model with more memory, which can be increased if necessary.
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Memory frequency. The faster the algorithm works, the more the miner earns. Therefore, a video card with outdated memory will not be able to work with cryptocurrencies, here you need a memory of at least GDDR5. nine0003
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Overclocking potential. The adapter may work faster if the manufacturer has provided for such a scenario. Usually the power can be increased up to 20-35% compared to the stock version. Samsung chips are considered one of the best in this indicator.
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The core frequency affects the speed of mining, which means its efficiency and power consumption. Here it is important to strike a balance between saving resources and maintaining high hash rates.
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Cooling system. A video card that mines 24/7 simply has to cool efficiently, otherwise it will quickly fail.
Among the best models of video cards for mining, we will highlight:
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which was mentioned more than once above. This adapter is the basis for many custom solutions, as it guarantees optimal performance and better graphics quality due to the Nvidia RTX Ampere architecture, RT and tensor cores, high-speed video memory and streaming multiprocessors. Experienced miners are advised to start their activities with this particular model. nine0003
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090/3090 TI are two of the best flagship models, the benefits of which we also mentioned earlier. Second generation Ampere architecture, double the performance, AI, ray tracing and G6X’s record-breaking 24GB VRAM. All of this puts the 3090/3090 TI graphics cards out of reach for their closest competitors, even from Nvidia’s own graphics card rankings.
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Gigabyte Radeon 6900XT Aorus Master GDDR6 16GB. This model was produced as a competitor to GeFofce RTX 3090 for computer games. They are really close in performance, so both are good for mining.
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AFOX Radeon RX580, based on a fairly budget model from AMD, wins due to its reasonable price. If you are not ready to invest heavily in the system at the initial stage and decide to enter mining with minimal risks, then this is 100% your option. 8 GB of GDDR5 video memory and 28 MH/s hash power is enough to run most crypto mining programs. nine0003
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Gigabyte Radeon RX 6600 Eagle 8GB GDDR6.
This model is one of the most energy efficient, while the adapter boasts sufficient performance for mining. For example, a Navi 23 GPU, 8GB GDDR 6 memory with 32MB Infinity Cache, and a full list of DirectX 12 Ultimate features. nine0003Video card
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The best video cards for laptops
Not every customer pays attention to a video card when choosing a laptop. Usually people are more interested in the screen resolution or the amount of RAM. Of course, these parameters are very important for a personal computer. But if you are buying a laptop for gaming or working with «heavy» applications, then the video adapter is the first thing to discuss with a consultant. nine0003
As a rule, budget laptops use integrated graphics cards built into the motherboard. This solution significantly reduces the dimensions of the PC, but reduces its performance.
Discrete or stand-alone models are considered much more powerful.
They are more expensive and consume more energy, but they allow you to play modern demanding games on your laptop, and even run graphic applications without any problems. Hybrid models consist of an integrated and a discrete adapter, so they can switch between them depending on the tasks they perform. nine0003
Laptop graphics cards are produced by many manufacturers, but as a rule, they are all based on the products of three recognized giants — Intel, Nvidia and AMD. Devices of the latter brand are distinguished by a relatively lower cost, but in some parameters they are still inferior to their direct competitors.
Processor-integrated or integrated graphics cards are Intel’s forte. Their solutions are presented in the Intel Iris Xe Graphics line. But even top models, unfortunately, do not pull the maximum settings in hit games of the AAA series, but you can still play them on medium ones, however, only in Full HD resolution.
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Ryzen 4000/5000 processors and AMD Radeon Graphics integrated graphics have taken a step further and in some parameters almost caught up with some discrete models from Nvidia. It should be understood that the scope of integrated video cards is everyday work tasks, and for games and graphic applications, powerful remote options are needed, which we will discuss later.
So, the top discrete video cards for laptops according to 21vek.by is as follows.
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Gigabyte GT730 2GB GDDR5. Compact model with a single-layer cooling system, 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory, DisplayPort output through which you can connect monitors with a refresh rate above 100 Hz and the possibility of overclocking.
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MSI GeForce GTX 1650 D6 Ventus XS.
The device occupies two slots and is equipped with a heatsink with two fans for efficient system cooling. 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM and 1590 MHz GPU provide high levels of performance throughout the entire usage time, ideal for heavy gaming.
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PNY Nvidia Quadro P400 DVI 2GB GDDR5. This is the entry level professional hardware with a low profile form factor and single slot placement. The rather efficient cooling system of the adapter eliminates overheating, which allows it to provide the necessary level of performance to run high-resource applications and games.
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Biostar GeForce GT1030. Budget option with good performance, compact size and low noise level.
4GB GDDR4 VRAM, 1152MHz GeForce GT1030 GPU and PCI Express x16 3.0 interface with DVI and HDMI are designed for basic tasks.
Best budget graphics cards
Basically, all «workhorses» whose main task is to do well with content viewing, educational applications, surfing the Internet and games with simple graphics cost reasonable money. Another thing is gaming devices and adapters for running programs for working with video and graphics, but among them there are relatively budget options. nine0003
with a suitable amount of video memory — a minimum of 2 GB is required for the most basic settings, and preferably 4 GB of the GDDR5 standard with a 128-bit bus;
GTX1050 Ti graphics chip — considered a good option in the budget segment;
cooling system, which will prevent the system from overheating at maximum performance.
Among the best budget and low-cost graphics cards of 2022, the following are worth highlighting.
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Gigabyte GV-N105TD5-4GD 1.1 PCI-E. Just 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory on board, PCI Express x16 3.0, DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort interfaces.
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Gigabyte RX 6400 D6 Low Profile 4G. Radeon RX 6400 GPU adapter from AMD with 4 GB of latest generation GDDR6 VRAM.
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Palit GTX 1650 StormX, a graphics card that was released back in 2019, but is still relevant today. nine0003
Biostar GeForce GT1030 and AFOX GTX1050Ti, which we talked about above.
In conclusion, we would like to emphasize once again that the choice of a video card does not depend on its cost or technical characteristics, but on your personal requests.
There is no point in buying the most expensive top-end adapter if all other parts of your PC are an order of magnitude lower in performance.
For work, study or surfing the Internet, the most basic models are enough, for modern computer games you will need more powerful video cards. And the highest performance options are essential for professional graphics and mining. nine0003
Rating of video cards 2022 price-quality for mining
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Robert Nizamutdinov10/31/2022
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The concept of “mining” has recently come into use in Russia, and cryptocurrencies have already begun to be mined even in abandoned cowsheds and hangars for agricultural machinery. However, before you get down to business, you should correlate your capabilities with the needs of a new business for the Russian Federation. nine0003
The basis for an energy-intensive business, which is mining, in addition to power supply, are high-quality electronic components — video cards and graphics processors.
At the same time, as was once the case with the gold rush of the late 19th century, those who sell equipment for miners earn more than the miners themselves.
When it became clear that computers were needed not only for dancing or typing, the business of manufacturers of electronic components went uphill. Today, the core industry offers a wide range of equipment for the production of cryptocurrencies, so it is important to make the right choice, on which the success of the business will depend. nine0003
And it’s not just about video cards. Mining farms work around the clock, so the reliability of fans, power circuits and other elements is extremely important. If we talk about video cards, then today there are not many manufacturers on the market offering quality products. The most famous brands are GeForce, Radeon RX, RTX, NVIDIA.
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics card: The latest and cheapest graphics card based on the Ampere graphics architecture. It’s just as fast as the RTX 3070, but often cheaper.
After making the right settings, this is the most efficient GPU for Ethereum mining, consuming less than 120W at 61 Mh/s. nine0003
AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT video card for mining: able to achieve 47MH/s hashrate with the same 12GB GDDR6 VRAM. AMD has taken a big leap with RDNA GPUs like the RX 6700 XT. Good for 1440p gaming, like the RTX 3060 Ti, and for mining. In mining, this GPU is not inferior. Its average hashrate is just under 47MH/s, which is close to the 3060 Ti. A decent choice to start mining.
AMD Radeon RX 5700 Graphics Card: Past-generation AMD Navi GPU graphics cards perform well in cryptocurrency mining and can reach speeds of 52 Mh/s with a power consumption of approximately 133 W. nine0003
GeForce RTX 2060 Super graphics card: Ethereum mining requires a lot of memory bandwidth. All RTX 20 series graphics cards with 8 GB of memory deliver about 44 Mh / s with a power consumption of around 130 watts.
Radeon RX 580 8 GB graphics card: All Polaris graphics cards with 8 GB GDDR5 VRAM (including RX 590, RX 580 8 GB, RX 570 8 GB, RX 480 8 GB and RX 470 8 GB) have roughly equal performance .
It depends on how well the card overclocks memory. nine0003
GeForce GTX 1660 Super for mining: Cryptocurrency mining performance on par with RX 580 8 GB (30 Mh/s). After the settings, the power consumption was only 75 watts.
GeForce RTX 3090 graphics card: The most powerful GPU in the NVIDIA RTX 30 series to date. It has everything you need to create one powerful mining rig. This refers to a hashrate of 115MH / s, 24 GB of GDDR6X video memory and more than 10,000 CUDA cores. the obvious choice for «better performance».
The Radeon RX 6800: Big Navi graphics card performs well in mining cryptocurrencies and all tested cards have a performance of about 65 Mh / s and a power of about 170 watts. The model usually consumes less energy than analogues.
GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card: slightly worse payback time compared to other graphics cards, and then profitability increases. If you stop mining cryptocurrencies, these are the best cards for gaming, especially if they paid off.
With a performance level of about 95 Mh / s you can quickly earn money on it after it pays off.
Now you know what video card rating 2022 price-quality for mining looks like . Make the right choice and earn cryptocurrency.
Ether on ASIC
Bitcoin (SHA256), Litecoin (Scrypt) and many other popular cryptocurrencies have reached a level where it makes no sense to mine them on computers. Manufacturers have created specialized ASICs, which translates to «application-specific integrated circuits.» nine0003
GPUs were originally also ASICs for handling certain graphics tasks. They were only good at this task, just like mining ASICs are only good for mining.
The bitcoin ASIC is very fast at SHA256 hashing (some can reach around 25TH/s with 1000W of power, that’s trillions of hashes per second). ASIC for Litecoin quickly hashes Scrypt, there are ASICs for X11, Equihash and Ethereum.
Many cryptocurrencies and hashing algorithms have been created over the years, but some are specifically designed to prevent ASIC mining.
This could mean building an algorithm that needs more memory, and ether falls into that category. However, it is possible to optimize the hardware to improve the hash rate while using less power than a GPU.
Some of the highest performing Ethereum ASICs, such as the Innosilicon A10 Pro, can reach 500Mh/s at 1000W. It’s faster than a single GPU, but doesn’t outperform the best graphics cards too much. nine0003
An example is the RTX 3060 Ti. Such video cards show a performance of 61 Mh / s with a power consumption of 125 watts. This means that at 1000W of power, the RTX 3060 Ti cards will produce 8 times the performance, namely 488 MH/s. This is close to what ASIC is capable of. At the same time, the price of ASICs is now very high.
Ethereum mining is very popular to this day. There are other cryptocurrencies that use the same hashing algorithm, although they are less popular. As a result, the largest cryptocurrencies are mined on ASICs instead of video cards, microprocessors or FPGAs.