I'm building my first PC and am considering my graphics card options. The local store has a sale on a used 3070 Ti, which is half the price of the new 5060 Ti 16GB. I have a 1440p monitor and only need around 60fps, playing at medium settings. Should I grab the 3070 Ti now or wait to save up for the 5060 Ti?
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Keep in mind that the 5060 Ti is often priced above MSRP right now. Could you share what prices you’re looking at for the 3070 Ti and the new cards? It might help in making this decision!
Those prices are pretty off, where I am the 5060 Ti is often higher than even the 5070.
The situation isn’t improving anytime soon. I’d definitely recommend holding out for the 5060 Ti. It will handle more demanding games much better than the 3070 Ti.
The 3070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB are pretty close in benchmark performance. However, the 5060 Ti has a significant edge with more VRAM and lower power consumption. If the 3070 Ti is only half the price, it might seem like a steal, but you'll want to consider how important that extra VRAM is for future games.
Sounds like a solid plan. Also, keep in mind that 5060 Ti has the latest tech like DLSS which could help with performance.
Exactly! I just upgraded to a 5060 Ti and it's been running super cool and efficient for 1440p.
If you're gaming at 1440p, I'd lean towards the 5060 Ti 16GB. The 3070 Ti could struggle with its 8GB of VRAM, especially as games demand more resources. Plus, it doesn't come with a warranty, which is a big deal for a used card. Good luck with your build, and let's hope that price for the 5060 Ti doesn't skyrocket!
Yeah, with how the market is right now, you really want that extra VRAM for future games.
Totally agree. I’ve seen some 8GB cards really bottleneck on newer titles.
Honestly, I'd suggest waiting and saving for the 5060 Ti. More VRAM means better performance in the long run, and if you ever decide to sell it, you'd likely get more back than if you bought a used card. Plus, you'll have peace of mind with a warranty on the new card.
Sure! The 3070 Ti is around $287, while the 5060 Ti 16GB is about $571.