What Mid-Range GPU Should I Get for High Refresh Rate Gaming?
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GamerGal123
I'm looking to level up my graphics card from the 3070 to something better suited for high refresh rate gaming, aiming for 244+ FPS at 1080p and 160+ FPS at 1440p. I'm especially interested in performance for upcoming games like Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty, but I'm not too concerned about insane refresh rates for single-player or casual games. Should I wait for the 5070 Super, or is there a better option available now? Here's my current setup: Intel i7-13700K and a 3070.
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If you're willing to wait for the 5070 Super, that could be a smart move. However, I think you might be better off grabbing a reasonably priced 5070 Ti now. It could be worth the extra $200 for the performance boost and you won’t have to wait for who knows how long!
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You should definitely consider the 9070 XT or the 5070 Ti. The 9070 XT is expected to outperform the 3070 in Call of Duty by a significant margin, which could be a game-changer for your preferred titles. It’s a solid option worth checking out!
QuickThink88: Agreed! I’ll need to start comparing the two to figure out which performs better for my game lineup.
FlashNinja99: This recommendation definitely makes sense!
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If high refresh rates at 1080p and 1440p are your main goals, you might want to look at the RTX 4070 Super. It’s a notable upgrade from the 3070, especially with DLSS 3 and improved power efficiency. The 7900 GRE is a solid alternative too, especially if ray tracing isn’t a priority for you. I’d say go for it now unless you plan on waiting a long time!
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To really see an improvement in frame rates, you'll want at least a 5070. Based on comparisons, here’s a rough idea of how mid-range cards stack up against your 3070:
- 5070: ~44% increase
- 9070: ~59% increase
- 9070 XT: ~78% increase
- 5070 Ti: ~86% increase
You can find more detailed comparisons online if you want to dive deeper!
RandomGamer45: Thanks for the info! I was actually hoping the 5070 would be a good budget option, but I guess not. I'm also going to need a bigger PSU!
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CuriousCoder22: I’ve heard similar rumors that the Super cards won’t have a major performance increase, mostly just a VRAM bump.