Hey everyone! I'm trying to decide whether I should jump on the RTX 5080 right now or hold out for the rumored RTX 5080 Super. My current setup includes an RTX 3080 Ti, a Ryzen 7 5800X3D, and 32GB of RAM, and I game at 1440p with a refresh rate of up to 240hz. The RTX 5080 seems available in the UK, but I'm curious if I should wait for the Super version, especially since the RTX 4080 Super and RTX 4080 didn't show much difference in FPS. Any thoughts?
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I recently upgraded from a 4080 Super to a 5080, and it was totally worth it for me. I think it depends on how satisfied you are with your current card's performance. If you can hold out, it might be smarter to wait—especially since there's no guarantee about the 5080 Super's improvements or value.
Right? It’s about finding the sweet spot between performance and waiting for a significant upgrade.
If it were me, I'd hold off until 2026 for the next big upgrade. The 5080 should be a solid card, but it might be better to wait for something even more advanced later on.
I get where you're coming from, but with GPU availability fluctuating, the 5080 might suit you just fine for now!
Yeah, holding off could lead to a better deal, especially if new models drop!
Honestly, no one can say for sure what the future holds. If you want to improve your performance now and can afford it, get the 5080. If it's just fear of missing out, it might be better to sit tight. There's always something new around the corner!
I'd suggest waiting for the RTX 5080 Super. Nvidia usually provides substantial upgrades with those. Plus, your current system is pretty solid, so you can afford to be patient for the next big release.
That's a good point! Staying updated can definitely help you make a better choice.
Exactly! Plus, it might save you some cash if the Super offers a better performance boost.
It really comes down to your urgency. If you need a GPU right now, then go for it. If you can wait, then what's the rush?
Definitely, sometimes those incremental upgrades aren't worth it if you're happy with what you've got.