I'm trying to decide if the upgrade from the 9070 to the 9070XT is worth the extra $110. Especially since it seems like a significant price jump for a slight performance increase. For context, the price difference in my region makes this a bit of a tough call. What are your thoughts?
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If you need that extra performance boost, go for it. But the 9070 is still a solid card that uses way less power. Just depends on what you’re aiming for. If it's just for casual gaming, you might not need the XT.
In my opinion, for an extra 10% price jump, it's worth it. But if the price difference is more than that, especially if it’s like 16% or higher, then the XT might not be justifiable due to heat and power draw. It's a subtle balance, and if it's about 15% or less, I'd lean toward the XT.
I'd recommend getting the 9070. Rumor has it you can even flash the BIOS to use it like the XT, which could save you some serious cash! Just make sure you know what you're doing if you try that!
Sounds risky! Can you give me more details on the BIOS flash?
I've heard about that too but I'm hesitant!
The real question is what $110 means to you. If you're gonna have the GPU for several years, it breaks down to about $22 a year for better performance. Maybe skipping a few dinners out or a couple of games can cover that difference. Just evaluate if that extra cash will set you back financially. For me, it’s worth it if it doesn’t hurt my budget.
Thanks for breaking it down, that's helpful!
Well said, I totally agree!
Honestly, if you're tight on funds, maybe stick with the 9070. For $110 more, you could potentially find better upgrades for other parts of your PC instead. Just throwing it out there!
That's a fair point! Might be worth considering.
Great explanation, thanks!