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Survive the dinosaur island
Quick Answer: For most users, the RTX 4070 Ti Super 16GB ($799) offers the best balance of VRAM, speed, and value. Budget builders should consider the RX 7800 XT 16GB ($450-$500), while professionals should look at the RTX 4090 24GB.
ARK is infamously demanding and poorly optimized. You need more GPU than you'd expect. Here's what actually works.
Compare all recommendations at a glance.
| GPU | VRAM | Price | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
RX 7800 XT 16GBBudget Pick | 16GB | $599.99 | 1080p High, Playable experience | Buy |
RTX 4070 Ti Super 16GBEditor's Choice | 16GB | $799 | 1440p Medium-High, Better experience | Buy |
RTX 4090 24GBPerformance King | 24GB | $1,600-$2,000 | 1440p+ High, Max settings possible | Buy |
Detailed breakdown of each GPU option with pros and limitations.
1080p High 40-60fps. ARK is brutal on hardware.
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1440p Medium-High 50-60fps. Reasonable ARK performance.
Best For
1440p-4K High 60fps. The only way to max ARK.
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