Good morning, everyone! I recently bought a 5070 Ti, and while I was really excited about it, I'm starting to think I've made a mistake. My current setup has a 5700x processor, 32GB of RAM, and a B450 PCIe 3.0 motherboard, paired with a 1080p 280HZ monitor. I initially thought the 5070 Ti would be a great fit, but I've noticed some performance issues that make me wonder if it's worth keeping.
I'm considering returning it and perhaps upgrading to a 7800X3D or even a 9800X3D, along with getting a solid GPU like the 4070, 4070 Super, 7800XT, or 7900XT. This would put my overall investment around $1250 USD. Having already spent $970 on the 5070 Ti, I won't be breaking the bank too much for an upgrade.
One of my main concerns is not wanting to go all in on a new build, especially if the 5070 Ti isn't able to perform at its best with my existing setup. I don't game as much as I used to, and mostly play competitive games with an occasional single-player title thrown in. I did try Cyberpunk with the 5070 Ti, but I played for only about 8 hours over three weeks. In comparison, I've seen impressive frame rates with other setups, making me think my current CPU may be bottlenecking my GPU.
I'm also contemplating a move to 1440p gaming down the line, but I want to take my time with that since it would require a significant investment. What do you all think? Should I return the 5070 Ti to set myself up for a better build?
5 Answers
Before deciding, I'd recommend doing a few benchmarks to see where the actual performance bottlenecks are. The 5070 Ti, paired with your CPU, should perform well for competitive games. Sometimes the perceived bottleneck is due to settings or performance variations in specific titles.
If the benchmarks show it's still right on par with what you need, maybe just hang on to it longer, especially if you're not gaming heavily these days.
You mentioned wanting to upgrade to a 1440p monitor later. If that's the case, you might be better off investing in a more balanced setup now. Going for the 7800X3D or similar CPU may yield a more satisfying experience overall and prepare you for 1440p gaming down the road!
It sounds like you're putting a lot of thought into this! The 5070 Ti is a solid card, but if you're seeing fluctuating performance, especially in demanding games like Cyberpunk, it might be a sign that your CPU is holding things back. If you’re getting 300+ FPS in CS2 but not seeing improvements in other titles, that's a classic case of CPU bottlenecking.
If you're not playing as much and are okay playing at 1080p for a while, returning it and going for a better CPU and GPU combo might be the way to go. Just keep in mind that upgrading to a 1440p monitor later will make the upgrade even more worthwhile!
Totally agree! It's not necessary to have top-tier components if you're sticking with 1080p for now. You might find that your current setup is decent for a while before making that jump.
If you're not planning on jumping to 1440p soon or don’t game as much, it might make more sense just to return the 5070 Ti, wait for prices to settle, and invest in a better combo when you're ready to upgrade completely. You could make a nice upgrade later without needing to spend more cash right now.
Honestly, you’d be fine keeping the 5070 Ti for the time being. Your current CPU isn’t terrible, and while the benchmarks suggest there's a bottleneck, it might not be as bad as you think for casual gaming. If you plan on upgrading later, consider just holding onto your current setup.
Also, if you're not gaming heavily, maybe wait until you really need that extra power instead of making a big investment now.
I see your point! Waiting it out could save some cash, and you might find better options or sales when you're ready.
Yes! That could definitely set you up for a much smoother experience when you finally make that jump to 1440p.