Hey everyone! I'm in a bit of a jam trying to pick the right GPU to upgrade from my current 2070 Super. Right now, I have a 1440p monitor, but I'm thinking about stepping up to 4K gaming in the near future. I'm torn between getting a powerful 5090 for a hefty price of about £2000 to £2500 (or $2600 to $3200) or if I should save some cash and buy a 5070ti for around £750 ($1000) or a 5080 for around £1000 ($1300). My concern is that if I invest in the 5090 now, a new series could come out in a couple of years that would offer even better performance—maybe 1.5 to 2 times better at a similar cost. What do you all think? Should I go for the expensive 5090 now or hold off and get a more affordable option? I really appreciate your insights!
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I say go for the 5080. It’s like the 4070 or 4070 ti of this generation, even though it’s a bit pricier. It might give you better future-proofing.
You really skipped the 30xx and 40xx series by sticking with the 2070 Super, so consider if you want to upgrade from 50xx to 60xx in just a couple of years. If you can wait, the cheaper options might be smarter since they'll still be solid for a while!
Totally agree! The 3090 is about 4 to 5 years old now and still runs pretty well at 4K for most games.
Definitely, if the 5070ti is just £750, and the next series leaps ahead in a couple of years, it’s a solid plan.
Do you really think the extra $300 is worth it? The difference between the 5070ti and 5080 doesn't seem massive.