Best GPU for Video Editing
NVENC, AV1 encode, timeline playback, and CUDA effects in Premiere and DaVinci.
December 18, 2025 · 5 min read
Editors benefit from NVENC/AV1 encode, lots of VRAM for 4K/8K timelines, and CUDA-accelerated effects.
RTX 5070 and above are excellent for Premiere and After Effects. DaVinci Resolve also benefits from AMD’s large-VRAM cards.
Pair a strong GPU with fast storage — GPU upgrades alone will not fix a bottlenecked scratch disk.