I'm thinking about upgrading from my RTX 3070 to either the RTX 5070 or the more expensive 5070 Ti. The 5070 is priced at $743.24, while the 5070 Ti is $1,006.18. I plan to game at 1440p and don't have any immediate plans to move to 4K. I'm curious about what I might miss out on by going with the 5070 Ti instead of the 5070. Is the extra cost really worth it?
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The main difference you’ll notice is the VRAM. If you want your card to last 4-5 years, the 5070 Ti is worth the extra investment since VRAM can become a bottleneck sooner than you think. But if you don't mind lowering some settings, the 5070 is still a fantastic card.
The 5070 Ti is roughly 30% faster and comes with 33% more VRAM, which is a pretty nice deal considering the price difference. If you can stretch your budget a bit, it seems worth it!
VRAM is crucial here! The 5070 has about 12GB, while the 5070 Ti has 33% more, making the Ti a smarter choice for future-proofing. Many games at 1440p can use more VRAM, so just keep that in mind. But hey, the 5070 is really strong compared to what most gamers are using!
Will I see a big jump going from a 3070 to a 5070? I could wait a little longer if I decide to go for the Ti.
If you’re not planning to upgrade for 5 years, the Ti sounds like the better option!
If you're flexible on model, you might want to check out the 9070 XT. It performs similarly to the 5070 Ti but is usually $50 to $100 cheaper. It could be a solid middle ground!
I guess waiting a bit to save up more isn’t a bad idea. My 3070 served me well for about 5 years too until it finally gave out.