5 GPUs that are finally too old for modern games in 2026
Every good thing must come to an end
The GTX 1660 series, launched in 2019, has reached the end of its usefulness in modern gaming. Unable to consistently maintain 60+ FPS at 1080p in recent games, even with software enhancements, the series is no longer considered suitable for current gaming standards. The GTX 1070, although faster than the GTX 1060, falls short in 2026, failing to deliver 60+ FPS in many newer titles without compromising on settings.
The GTX 1080 Ti, despite its impressive rasterized performance and large VRAM, is also left behind due to the lack of support for mesh shaders and ray tracing in newer games. AMD's RX 5700 and 5700 XT, though competitive when launched, struggle to maintain 1080p 60+ FPS in the latest games, making them obsolete in 2026.
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