I'm building my first PC and found a compatible system with 32GB of DDR5 memory for about $200 CAD. That puts the total build near $1,000 CAD once I add a graphics card. My used GPU options are an RTX 4070 Super for $850 CAD or an RTX 5070 for $900 CAD. They seem fairly close in performance, so is the newer 5070 worth paying the extra $50 for its GDDR7 memory and newer features? I plan to stick with Nvidia because I've had a better experience with its software and features.
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Honestly, both prices are high for this performance class. If you’re open to alternatives, compare them with current Radeon cards, since some offer more raw performance and 16GB of VRAM for less money. But if you specifically want Nvidia for DLSS, CUDA, or its software ecosystem, go with the RTX 5070 rather than overpaying for the older 4070 Super.
Between those two, I’d choose the RTX 5070. It’s newer, has GDDR7, newer feature support, and may be easier to resell later. The performance difference isn’t enormous, but $50 is reasonable for the newer card—assuming it’s in good condition and includes some warranty coverage.
The RTX 4070 Super is still a good gaming card, but $850 CAD used is very expensive. It was much cheaper when new, so I’d only consider it if the seller drops the price substantially. At just $50 more, the 5070 is the better pick of these two.
I’m mainly sticking with Nvidia because I’ve had better experiences with its cards and want features like DLSS and frame generation.