I'm looking to upgrade my GPU from the 2060 Super and I want something that will keep me future-proof, especially in terms of VRAM. I'd like to play at 1440p with 100fps or more. I don't play extremely demanding games, but I might in the future. I'm considering options like the 5060 Ti with 16GB, the 5070, 9060 XT, and the 9070 XT. The 9070 XT is a bit beyond my budget, but I'm open to alternatives. I've noticed that the 5070 Ti is priced about $200-$400 more than the 9070 XT, which is already stretching my budget.
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Just a heads up, the 9060 XT and 5060 Ti are only hitting about 60fps on average at 1440p with high settings. You might want to aim for at least the 5070 or the 9070 for better performance.
Don't forget about the 9070 non-XT. If you're looking for something that performs like a 5070 but offers more VRAM, the 9070 is a great choice!
Oh nice, I didn’t even know that was a thing! The naming schemes are so confusing with Nvidia and AMD, lol. Unfortunately, the 9070 and 9070 XT are priced similarly around here, about 850-900 CAD / 620-650 USD. I'll keep an eye out for sales, but I won't be buying anything for a month or two.
I’d say just go for the 5070. It comes with DLSS and improved ray tracing performance, so you can stick with the software you already know from your 2060 Super.
What about the 7600 XT? It could be a good option to consider too.
Okay, that's what I was worried about. Thanks for the heads up!