I'm in the process of building a gaming PC with a budget of 1600€. The 9070 costs about 715€, while the 9070 XT is around 800€. I'm trying to decide if it's better to go for the cheaper 9070 to save some cash for other components or if I should stretch my budget a bit to get the 9070 XT. What do you all think?
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I'd lean towards the 9070 XT, depending on what else you plan to include in your build. According to PCPartPicker, you can still make a solid build under 1600€ with the XT.
It really depends on the other parts you're considering. If you're focused on gaming, maximizing your GPU is generally the way to go. But if your games need high framerates, you might want to prioritize a stronger CPU instead. Also, the market isn't great right now—800€ feels steep for the 9070 XT.
For just a bit more, the 9070 XT might be a better deal. It’s also worth checking prices for the 5070 Ti to see if that fits your budget and can offer better performance.
I'd say go for the 9070 XT! The extra 85€ is worth it for improved performance. It’s better not to skimp on key components. Quality matters, especially for gaming.
You might consider getting the 9070 and flashing it to the 9070 XT BIOS for a performance boost without the higher price. Just keep in mind that you might lose warranty with that route.
If it were me, I'd consider going for a 5070 Ti instead, especially if you want to save some money and leave room for future upgrades. The 9070 XT does feel overpriced at 800€, but be careful about where you cut costs—some parts are more crucial than others.
That makes sense! I'll have to weigh my options carefully.