I'm trying to decide between a Power Color Reaper 9070 XT, which I found for €650, and a PNY 5070 EPIC RGB for €630. The 9070 XT is apparently loud—it's their entry-level model—but I know Nvidia has better software and features like the upcoming 6X dynamic multi-frame generation. The 9070 XT offers 16GB of raw performance, while the 5070 has 12GB but a better feature set. Which one would be the better choice for gaming?
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Choosing the right one might be subjective. It seems like you prefer Nvidia for features like DLSS which is great. But I think the 9070XT is a fantastic option. The 5070 might hold more value for resale later, but both are great cards in their own right.
In raw performance, the 9070 XT wins out over the 5070. If you consider ray tracing, the 5070 outperforms the non-Ti model, but it lacks VRAM, especially with new upscaling technologies. Overall, the 9070 XT seems like the smarter buy this generation; Nvidia's chasing after AI profits which could impact drivers more in the long term.
But I've seen many benchmarks showing the 5070 running well even with upscaling, especially with the upcoming multi-frame features.”
If you're gaming at 1440p, keep in mind that the 5070 might struggle with features like frame generation since it doesn’t have the VRAM for it. The 9070 XT is a solid pick overall.
But I've seen some decent tests on the 5070 showing it's good for ray tracing, right?
Honestly, 12GB might not cut it these days. I have a 7900XT with 20GB and a 9070XT with 16GB, and I've hit over 14GB in games like Cyberpunk even without ray tracing. I'm just not happy with GPUs coming in with only 16GB.
True, but allocated VRAM and actual usage can differ. I've noticed in 4K games, the VRAM usage doesn’t always max out. Plus, Nvidia's technology can sometimes reduce the need for more VRAM.
I’m thinking about getting a 2K 240Hz monitor, but I still find 12GB limiting. Nvidia's features like multi-frame generation seem to give it an edge.
Just be aware that the 9070 XT isn’t the best model due to its noisy fans. I’d still lean towards the 5070 for better performance—or check out pricier options like the Zotac 5070 Ti.