I've got an RTX 5070 OC that's about 7 months old, and I'm considering trading it in. I have two options: the MSI 5070 Ti Shadow 3X OC for an additional MYR1500 (around $380), or the MSI 5080 Shadow 3X OC for MYR3000 (around $760). My current specs include a Ryzen 5 9600X, 32GB DDR5 RAM, a Gigabyte P650 Gold PSU, and I'm using an LG C5 (4K 144Hz). I'm aiming to play games at 4K with ray tracing and path tracing when possible, using DLSS or frame generation as needed. If I go for the 5070 Ti, I can keep my existing PSU, but the 5080 might require a PSU upgrade, increasing my total costs. I'm trying to figure out if the performance increase of the 5080 justifies paying double the price or if the 5070 Ti is sufficient for 4K ray tracing. What would you do?
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If your priority is a smooth gaming experience without overextending your budget, consider sticking with the 5070 and adjusting your settings to medium/high. The performance increase for going to the 5080 isn't as substantial as the cost difference suggests. Investing less now and potentially upgrading later could be a better strategy.
Honestly, if you're running on a 650W PSU, I'd be wary about going for either card. They can pull a lot of power, especially for 4K gaming. If you're already using upscaling, I think the 5070 Ti at a lower price is a smarter choice for now without burning a hole in your wallet.
That makes sense! I’ve managed with the 650W thus far, but I’ve been considering the headroom issue. It's good advice.
I’ve got the 5070 Ti, and I manage 4K without a hitch as long as you’re comfortable using DLSS. The regular 5070 really struggles with VRAM for 4K, though. You might want to upgrade your PSU regardless; I’d say go for at least 750W.
Thanks for the tip! Looking for PSU suggestions now. Should I really go for 850W just to be safe?
I would suggest checking the performance benchmarks for the specific games you play. It can help you see if either upgrade makes sense for your gaming style, especially if you mainly enjoy AAA story games. You might find that both cards perform well enough for your needs.
Yeah, benchmarks are a great way to weigh the options. I’m just curious if the price difference actually reflects a meaningful performance boost.
Exactly! I’m all for a solid experience without needing top-tier performance. I appreciate the perspective!