I'm considering replacing my RTX 2080 Super with an RX 9070 GRE so I can play at 1440p with high or ultra settings. Would this be a noticeable upgrade, and is an Intel Core i5-14400F paired with the RX 9070 GRE powerful enough for modern 1440p gaming?
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The GRE is still a strong 1440p card and a major step up from the 2080 Super, but the RX 9070 or 9070 XT would be better choices if you want the upgrade to last several years. The additional VRAM is especially useful for high-resolution textures and demanding modern titles.
If the price difference is only about $50, I’d stretch for the RX 9070. It offers roughly 20% more performance, better power efficiency, and 16GB of VRAM, which gives it more breathing room for future games.
The i5-14400F is a good match for this GPU and should be enough for 1440p gaming today. If the GRE is available for around $500, it can make sense, but the value depends heavily on how close its price is to the standard RX 9070.
Yes, it would be a substantial upgrade over the RTX 2080 Super. The RX 9070 GRE should handle 1440p very well at high or ultra settings, although demanding ray-traced games may require some settings adjustments. Its 12GB of VRAM could also become a limitation sooner than a 16GB card.
That extra VRAM could matter as newer games become more demanding, so the standard 9070 seems like the safer long-term purchase if the budget allows.