I'm trying to decide between getting the Asus Prime OC 5080 for about $1200 or the TUF version for $1300. Is the TUF significantly better to justify the extra cost?
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You might want to consider just getting the non-OC Prime model for around $979 and overclocking it yourself. It can save you some cash, and for most people, it works just fine!
I was ready to buy the non-OC, but it went out of stock as soon as I tried! Ended up getting the OC version instead.
You can just buy the cheapest model and flash a higher-end BIOS, like the 5080 Prime non-OC or the Strix 5080 BIOS. It’s super simple and only takes a few minutes!
Seriously, just grab the cheapest one. It's the easiest solution to your problem.
Honestly, there's no point in spending an extra $200-300 just for the 5080 when you could go for the cheapest option. You’ll get great performance without breaking the bank.
Is the non-OC Prime available anywhere? I've been looking, but it seems hard to find right now.