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Quick Answer
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 Ti offers the best balance of features and performance under $600. DLSS 3 with Frame Generation boosts supported titles significantly, and the 8GB VRAM handles 1080p and 1440p medium-high settings well. Ray tracing performance is solid for this price range.
The RX 7700 XT offers 12GB VRAM and slightly better raw rasterization than the 4060 Ti. It wins in titles that use more than 8GB VRAM at 1440p. However, it lacks DLSS 3 Frame Generation, relying on FSR 3 instead.
If you want to save $150 and still get great 1080p gaming, the RTX 4060 is excellent. DLSS 3 support and a 115W TDP make it the most efficient option. The i5-13400F has zero bottleneck with this GPU.
If you can stretch your budget slightly, the RX 7800 XT at ~$620 AUD is a significant jump in 1440p performance with 16GB VRAM. It is the best value 1440p GPU available.
Our Verdict
The RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is our top pick under $600 AUD for the i5-13400F. DLSS 3 gives it a feature advantage, and it pairs perfectly with this CPU. If VRAM concerns you, the RX 7700 XT with 12GB is the alternative.