I'm looking to replace my 8-year-old 1080 Ti, which has been a workhorse but is starting to show its age with screen flickers and instability when overclocked. I'm currently using a Ryzen 1700x CPU, and I'm concerned that it might bottleneck any newer GPUs I choose. My budget is around $375 for a GPU, and I don't mind going with either Nvidia or AMD. I want something that performs at least 10% better than my current card. I'm also aware that Intel cards won't work with my older motherboard due to lack of Rebar support. What modern GPUs would be a good fit for my setup?
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Ultimately, I just upgraded to a 3070 Ti and I'm really impressed. If you can find one used for under $350, it could be the perfect match for you. It won’t bottleneck like some lower-end options might, and you can upgrade your CPU later!
I agree, used 3070 cards are looking like a solid deal at the moment! Definitely worth considering.
Upgraded from a 1070 Ti to a powerful setup and I'm really enjoying it! I advise you to work on the CPU side of things first if you want a more powerful GPU. The 9070 XT looks promising for what you might need.
That upgrade is way out of OP's budget though! You should probably focus on getting the GPU first since your current one is dead weight.
True, but don't forget to update the BIOS and give it a shot if you're looking to stay within budget!
Avoid the Ryzen 5700 or 5700X if you can; the 5700X3D is where the power's at right now. It's just a bit more expensive, but worth considering. That said, your current CPU won't hold up against stronger cards for long.
But $150 extra is pretty steep for a CPU upgrade at this time! I'd rather invest that elsewhere.
Check out the 7600 XT; it's around your budget and should provide a solid performance boost with 16GB of VRAM. It might be a great match for your setup without causing a bottleneck!
This could be my savior! I want to upgrade my CPU too; let's see how far I can stretch my x370 motherboard.
If you're looking for lower-budget options, the 5060 Ti with 16GB is decent, but make sure you find it close to MSRP. Just be cautious because some people argue it may not be the best value. Others suggest looking at the 9060 or 9060 XT, though the performance is still being evaluated. Higher-tier cards can get pretty pricey, which is something to keep in mind!
I've been eyeing the 5060 Ti too, especially after upgrading my CPU from an i7 2700k to a Ryzen 7 5700g. I want to grab a new GPU before prices go up even more.
I disagree with getting the 5060 Ti—it's not worth it, especially if it goes over $500 after taxes. Save a little longer for the 9070 XT; it's way faster!
That seems like a solid plan, but be sure to check if your PSU can handle it!