I'm looking for advice on whether to choose the 5070 or the 5070 Ti. My budget is around $1500, and I mainly play less demanding games that I'd like to run at a high refresh rate (preferably over 144Hz) like Apex Legends and CS2. I'm not very experienced with PCs, so I'm hoping to get some guidance. Additionally, I'd like to game at 1440p and possibly go for an ultrawide 3440x1440 setup. Will the extra power from the 5070 Ti make a significant difference, or is the 5070 sufficient for my needs? Also, since I'll be doing some 3D rendering in Blender, how much does VRAM impact rendering times? Thanks for any help!
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For competitive gaming, a solid choice would be the 5070 paired with an X3D CPU. Just keep in mind that if you wait for the Super, you might have to hold out for a while before prices come down to MSRP after the release.
If you're not a hardcore gamer, the 5070 should be capable for your needs. However, the 5070 Ti offers a nice bump in performance if you want the best experience. The upcoming Super versions might be even better, so it's a toss-up right now!
Thanks for the insights! I feel like I need to refine my post a bit to be clearer.
I'd say it’s worth waiting for the Super if rumors about its release hold true, especially since pricing might eventually stabilize. For your gaming needs, the amount of VRAM likely won’t be a big deal, but it could become relevant if a VRAM-heavy game pops up down the line.
Yeah, the Super release is definitely tempting. Let’s hope for a good price when it drops!
Honestly, the RTX 3080 is already great for 1440p gaming, so if you find one within your budget, that could be a worthwhile alternative for you!
In terms of CPU and GPU combo, you might want to pair a 5070 Ti with a high-end CPU like the 9600x or 7700x for optimal performance, especially if you play competitive games. But if esports is your main focus, the standard 5070 should do just fine.
I appreciate that! Seems like I need to consider my CPU choice more.
Got it, thanks for the heads up!