I'm choosing between an RTX 4080 that has been used for about four months and a new or newer RX 9070 XT, with both cards reportedly covered by warranty. They cost around €800, and ray-tracing performance is important to me. Which would be the better purchase?
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At the same price, I’d choose the RTX 4080. It generally offers stronger rasterization and noticeably better ray-tracing performance, although the exact result depends on the games you play. It’s the more suitable option if ray tracing is a priority.
The 4080 is the stronger deal as long as you can verify the warranty and get the original receipt or proof of purchase. If the warranty cannot be transferred or there’s no documentation, the RX 9070 XT becomes more attractive because it carries less buyer risk, but purely for performance the 4080 is the better choice.
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