Hey everyone! I have a bit of a dilemma and I'm looking for some advice. Should I get the new 5070 and purchase a compatible power supply, or should I just opt for the 9070 and keep my existing PSU? I'm trying to stick to a budget with upgrades, and ideally, I want to keep as many parts from my current setup as possible. Here's a quick rundown of my current build: I've got a Ryzen 1600X, a GTX 1070, and an EVGA 700B1 power supply. I also just bought a Ryzen 5800XT, but I'm not sure which route to take with my new GPU.
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Totally feel you on sticking to a budget! Given that the 700W power supply fits the 9070, that sounds like a solid route. Just make sure your system runs cool under load. It's all about balancing performance with your existing setup!
It really comes down to what kind of power you need. The info on your PSU is key here. You mentioned you have a 700W, which is decent, but it looks like it might not support the 5070 due to those cable restrictions. If PC Part Picker says it works with the 9070, then that might be the safer choice to avoid any issues with power delivery. Plus, it sounds like you want to keep things simple and not spend more than you have to!
Exactly! It’s always good to stick with what you know works. The last thing you want is to invest in a new GPU and then run into issues with your power supply not handling it. Plus, the 9070 will still give you plenty of performance!
Right? The 9070 should serve you well without needing to mess with new parts. And keeping your PSU can save you a bit of cash for other upgrades down the line.