I'm currently running an RTX 2080 Ti on an AM4 setup and considering an upgrade for better performance. GPU prices have been crazy, which has delayed my plans, but now I'm looking specifically at the RTX 5070 and the 9070. The 5070 is priced at €609 and offers a solid price-to-performance ratio, plus it has better ray tracing than the 9070. However, it's limited to 12GB of VRAM, which makes me worry about future-proofing. The 9070, on the other hand, costs €680, has a 16GB VRAM, is very efficient, but its ray tracing performance isn't as impressive. Some reviewers suggest avoiding the 5070 due to the VRAM issue. I'm interested in how these cards compare for the next couple of years, especially regarding gaming at 1440p and the longevity of VRAM support. Any thoughts?
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Honestly, forget the 5070, especially if you're considering long-term use. If you're spending around €800, just go for the 5070 Ti instead. It’d be a far better investment in terms of performance!
I'd go for the 9070 if ray tracing is important to you. It performs way better compared to the previous Radeon GPUs. Personally, I think the 9070 is a better investment given its value and performance in ray tracing.
It’s really a toss-up! Both options have their merits. The 5070 offers wider access to DLSS and some savings, while the 9070 boasts more VRAM and better overclocking. If you’re getting Doom with the 5070, it might tip the scales in its favor for you!
If you can afford the 9070 XT, I’d say go for it. The 5070 isn’t getting the best reviews lately, and it might not be worth it considering future-proofing.
I recently upgraded from an RTX 2070 to the RTX 5070, and I've seen a huge boost in FPS at 1440p. The 12GB of VRAM hasn't been a problem yet for me, even on demanding games like RDR2. However, I can see how it might become an issue in a few years as game requirements increase. It's working well for me right now, though!
I’m also on 1440p, and I plan to upgrade in a couple of years, so I think the 5070 could be a good choice for my needs, even if it might not hold its value long term.
What are those reviews based on? From what I see, the 5070 has solid specs, but I guess it depends on pricing and needs.