I recently upgraded from a 3060 Ti to a 5070 Ti, but I'm starting to wonder if that was the right move with the upcoming 5080s featuring 24 GB of VRAM and 5070s with 18 GB. Since I game at 4K, I'm worried about running out of VRAM soon. On the other hand, the 5080s seem pricey for my budget, and I'm not sure if the 5070s would handle 4K well. What are your thoughts on this situation?
5 Answers
Just enjoy your new card! Don't stress over new GPUs until you're ready to upgrade. Why worry about the future when you've already got a solid setup?
You’ll be just fine! Remember, you can always sell it near MSRP if needed. The 5070 Ti should hold strong resale value. Losing a bit on the sale is just like a small rental fee for the time you used it.
If you snagged the 5070 Ti at retail price, you’re good! Think of this as a temporary solution. A 16 GB card should serve you well for the next couple of years. If you paid more than that, though, it might not feel worth it.
If the 5080 Super comes out with 24 GB of VRAM, it's likely to be super expensive—think upwards of $2500 for aftermarket prices. So, I doubt you made a mistake with your purchase.
Yeah, those prices are definitely going to be sky-high.
What if it's similar to the previous launches, like the 4080 versus the 4080 Super? That could change things.
I once bought a 3080 with only 10 GB of VRAM just before the 12 GB model hit the market, and I stressed about it for days. Now, after three years of use, I've realized it still meets all my gaming needs without any major issues. Enjoy your 5070 Ti; it's a good card, and tech will always keep advancing. Don't let FOMO get to you!
Good point! I think I’ll relax and just game. If it lasts until the next series or even the 80, I’ll be okay. It's just tough when spending so much money; it makes you second-guess yourself.
I got it for MSRP, which was around 879 euros, including VAT.