A budget GPU like the RTX 3050 or lower would suffice for Manjaro.
A budget GPU like the RTX 3050 or lower would suffice for Manjaro.
I hadn't thought about having a Ryzen available. My initial reaction was: "There are Ryzen APUs." But then I realized you were looking for budget options. You can check the specs here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMD_Radeon_Rx_200_series. It looks like the GPU I have is less capable than what you're aiming for, so I’d probably search for something a bit stronger—or at least more recent. Assuming the virtual machine isn’t the main focus, that’s probably fine. Good luck!
Post Scriptum: I just remembered you’re likely going to run it through a single PCI lane, so that detail isn’t crucial. If you don’t need a full PCIe slot, it’s probably unnecessary.
This page outlines the drivers available for older cards, focusing on open-source options. The information is relevant for running games with DXVK and similar software on Linux, though it’s less critical when gaming on a Windows VM. You’re free to use any driver you prefer since the AMDGPU support isn’t required. Save the Arch Linux documentation for reference, as it covers nearly all available guides. For troubleshooting, refer to the Arch Wiki—it usually provides clear solutions. Remember, this guide is aimed at users comfortable with terminal commands and experienced in Linux setups.