I'm building a PC for 1440p gaming and I'm torn between three graphics cards. The options I'm considering are the RTX 5060 Ti with 16 GB for €440, the RX 9060 XT for €350, and the RTX 5070 with 12 GB for €550. I've seen some critiques about the 5070 not being as future-proof because of its 12 GB of VRAM, especially for newer games at 1440p. I'm looking for advice on which card would offer the best long-term performance, value, and stability for gaming at high or ultra settings. What do you recommend?
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If you're thinking value, the 5070 is a smart pick. It gives you around 40% more performance when compared to the others, and while it does have less VRAM, it's way more powerful. You can always lower settings a bit if needed. However, if you're on a budget, the 9060 XT could be a decent compromise, just make sure to get the 16 GB version to stay relevant longer.
I get the concern about the 12 GB VRAM on the 5070, but overall, it's still the best option out of the three. No one can predict the future of gaming, so it's tough to make a perfect choice. That said, I would personally lean towards the 5070; the 12 GB should suffice, especially with NVIDIA's DLSS enhancing performance without needing tons of VRAM.
Thanks for your input! I could technically buy any of these cards but I'm trying to be smart about it. I'm playing a mix of FPS games and Red Dead Redemption 2.