I'm planning to upgrade my old 980 Ti and was looking at getting a 7800 XT for about 800 AUD. However, I just noticed a 4070 Super on sale for 870 AUD. The catch is that it only has 12GB of VRAM, and I'm really uncertain whether that will be enough for gaming over the next few years. What do you think?
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Honestly, for 1080p gaming, 12GB should last about 4-5 years without issues. However, for 1440p, you might want to consider that 12GB could only hold up for 2-3 years before you potentially need more VRAM as game requirements increase.
Look at it this way: most games today run just fine on 12GB at 1440p with decent settings. But don’t expect any future proofing for AAA titles. If you find a good price for a card with more VRAM down the line, it might be a smarter investment.
If you’re targeting modern games, especially with Unreal Engine 5 graphics, you might find 12GB a bit lacking. But if you’re okay with lowering some settings, it should work fine for a while. Just keep an eye on future titles, since VRAM needs might increase.
12GB is really on the lower side of what you might want long-term. As next-gen consoles are pushing for more RAM (like the current ones with 16GB), you might see games needing more VRAM sooner rather than later. Personally, I’d say it’s worth waiting for a better deal or a card that has more VRAM.
It's tough to predict future gaming requirements. It really depends on what games you plan to play, your resolution, and the graphic settings you prefer. Personally, I have a 3080 with 10GB VRAM for 1440p, and I've never hit the VRAM limit with the games I enjoy. In another four years, I’m likely to upgrade anyway, so you might be safe with 12GB for now.
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