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Quick Answer
The best 1080p GPU under $400 AUD is the RTX 4060 at around $400 AUD. It delivers 60-120 fps in AAA titles at high settings with DLSS 3 support and incredible power efficiency at just 115W. The RX 7600 at $350 AUD is the budget alternative.
The RTX 4060 is the definitive 1080p GPU. DLSS 3 Frame Generation, excellent ray tracing, and a 115W TDP that barely needs any PSU. It plays every game at 1080p High-Ultra settings at 60+ fps.
The RX 7600 saves $50 AUD while delivering 85-90% of the RTX 4060's rasterization performance. 8GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p. Lacks DLSS but supports FSR 3 in compatible games.
The used RX 6700 XT offers excellent 1080p performance for significantly less money. 12GB VRAM is a bonus. Check for mining wear and test before buying.
Skip the GTX 1650 and RX 6500 XT. They are too slow for modern AAA titles and lack VRAM. The RTX 3050 is also poor value compared to the RX 7600.
Our Verdict
The RTX 4060 at $400 AUD is the best 1080p GPU you can buy. DLSS 3 gives it legs well beyond its raw performance. The RX 7600 at $350 saves a bit of money if you do not need NVIDIA features.
The best 1440p GPU under $800 AUD is the RX 7800 XT at around $620 AUD. It delivers outstanding 1440p performance with 16GB VRAM for future-proofing. The RTX 4070 at $750 AUD is the alternative if you value DLSS 3 and ray tracing.
The best GPU for the i5-13400F under $600 AUD is the RTX 4060 Ti 8GB at around $500-550 AUD. It delivers excellent 1080p and capable 1440p performance without bottlenecking on this CPU. The RX 7700 XT is a strong alternative at similar pricing.
The RTX 4060 is 10-15% faster than the RX 7600 in rasterization and significantly better in ray tracing. It also has DLSS 3 Frame Generation. However, the RX 7600 costs $50 AUD less. The RTX 4060 is the better GPU; the RX 7600 is the better deal.