I'm considering upgrading from my RTX 2070 Super to a newer RTX 50-series card. Some friends recommended the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB because I use Blender and Unity, while others suggested the RTX 5070 for its stronger overall gaming and rendering performance. I also play AAA games and want something that will work well with my 1080p 165Hz monitor.
My current system is:
- Intel Core i9-9900KF at 3.60 GHz
- RTX 2070 Super with 8GB VRAM
- 32GB DDR4 memory
- Gigabyte Z390 UD motherboard
- CoolBox DeepPower BR-800 power supply
- CoolBox Deep Gaming AIO cooler
- HP OMEN 27-inch 1080p 165Hz FreeSync monitor
I'm not very familiar with the current GPU market and would appreciate advice on which upgrade makes the most sense for my mix of Blender, Unity, and AAA gaming.
3 Answers
If gaming is your main priority, the Radeon RX 9070 XT is worth considering. It offers a large performance jump from the 2070 Super and is often a strong value for AAA gaming. However, NVIDIA is usually the less troublesome option for Blender and other CUDA- or OptiX-based workflows, so the 5070 makes more sense if render times and compatibility matter.
The RTX 5060 Ti 16GB is mainly attractive if it is substantially cheaper. The extra VRAM can help with larger Blender scenes, but the card is noticeably weaker than the RTX 5070 for general rendering and gaming. Also check your power supply before buying: make sure its actual capacity, connectors, and quality are suitable for the new GPU. Your older i9 may limit peak frame rates in some CPU-heavy games, but either card would still be a major improvement over the 2070 Super at 1080p.
The RTX 5070 is probably the safer choice for your particular workload. Blender and Unity generally benefit from NVIDIA’s CUDA, OptiX, and broader software support, while the 5070 also provides a substantial gaming upgrade over the 2070 Super. Its 12GB of VRAM isn’t perfect, but it should be adequate for most 1080p gaming and moderately sized projects.
That’s what I was leaning toward because I use Blender and Unity fairly regularly, not just for gaming.