I'm new to building my own PC and currently using a prebuilt system with a 1660 Super. I've been happy with it, but newer games are starting to struggle, especially those with recent graphical updates. I'm really eager to upgrade to a 5000 series card for better performance and to take full advantage of my 180Hz monitor. I'm considering the 5060 Ti and 5070 since they fit my budget, but I've heard concerns about melted cables, which is making me hesitant. Should I stick with the 5060 Ti to play it safe, or is the 5070 worth the investment? My PSU is a Seasonic CORE GX 750W and I have an MSI B850 GAMING PLUS WIFI motherboard. Thanks!
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Just grab the 5070 if it fits your budget, it's around 300W at max. Plus, try to get it close to MSRP. Alternatively, the RX 9070 is worth looking into; it offers similar performance for a potentially better price.
Honestly, anything below about 375W TDP should be okay, so you shouldn't have issues with the 5070. Just make sure to set it up correctly; most issues seem to come from poor connections not the card itself. Also, good to remember that anything above the 5080 isn't as necessary unless you're really pushing high-end gaming.
You’re in good hands with the 5070; I just scored a great deal on one myself! The melting issues just don’t seem to be a concern at that range, mostly limited to the higher-end models. I plan on undervolting mine to save power and boost FPS—it’s all about getting the best performance without worrying.
Don't sweat the melted cables for the 5060 Ti or 5070; they have a lower wattage than those other cards that had issues. Plus, the 5060 Ti uses traditional 8-pin connectors which typically don’t cause melting. Just a tip: some reviewers think the frame generation may not be a huge upgrade in FPS, but it really depends on what games you play and your settings. Just keep an eye out for the 8GB version of the 5060 Ti; it might not perform well at the current price points.
Absolutely! Even with frame generation, you may notice smoother images, so it's worth considering turning that feature on.