I'm gearing up to buy a new PC, a big upgrade since I do this every 5-6 years. My main uses will be gaming—especially looking at 1440p on ultra settings—and some light to moderate data processing. I've narrowed my options down to the 5080 or the 5090. Unfortunately, the 5070 Ti isn't a viable choice for me since it costs almost the same as the 5080 in my country.
Originally, I was set on the 5080, but I've heard that its performance doesn't quite meet the mark, particularly due to low VRAM and only a slight upgrade from the 4080. Local availability of the 4000 series is pretty terrible, and buying used seems risky due to potential past crypto mining.
I've checked benchmarks, especially for my go-to game, Path of Exile 2, and it seems like the 5080 struggles even at 1440p because of optimization issues.
As for the 5090, I'm not too worried about the price, but I have concerns about reports of melting cables, overheating, and coil whine. I'm wondering if I'm overthinking this or if I should just go ahead and hit 'Order' for the 5090. What do you all think?
5 Answers
Honestly, it might not be worth it to spend that much on a 5090. Nvidia is known for releasing new models that make previous ones feel outdated quickly. Sure, the 5080 is not perfect, especially with performance in Path of Exile 2, but it's solid enough for most games at 1440p. You'll likely get great performance in the majority of games for many years to come!
Check the refresh rate of your monitor! If it’s not super high, the 5080 should meet your needs perfectly for 1440p. The 5090 is great for 4k, but for a 1440p setup, the 5080 is typically more than enough, especially for lighter gaming and data tasks.
If you're mainly playing Path of Exile 2, a 5080 should be just fine. I'm running it on a 5070 Ti at 1440p with max settings, and it runs smoothly. The card you choose should match your usage, and for most games, the 5080 will do great without bottlenecks. Just make sure you have your CPU sorted out too!
If you have the funds for it, go for the 5090. Just ensure you invest in a good PSU to support it. But keep in mind, if you’re not gaming at 4k, there's really no need for a 5090. You won't be bottlenecked at 1440p with a 5080, so don’t overspend if it’s unnecessary!
It depends on your financial situation. If the extra cash won't hurt you, then the 5090 might provide great longevity and performance. However, if you're solid with your finances, the 5080 will be sufficient for a few years, and you might avoid potential issues like overheating or cable melting.
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