I just built my first PC and I've got everything ready except for the GPU. I'm looking at two options: the 7800 XT for about $504 and the 9070 for $600. I'm not aiming to game at 4K, maybe sometimes 1440p, but mostly just want games that look great on my 25-inch monitor. My focus is on story-driven games with beautiful worlds, and I want a GPU that will last and perform well for about 4-5 years on high settings. Here's what I've got so far:
- Ryzen 5 7600
- ASRock Phantom 7800 XT 16GB
- 16 GB 5200 Mt Ram DDR5
- Ant Esport Air 211 case
- Coolermaster Gold v2 750W PSU
- MSI b650m Gaming WiFi motherboard
4 Answers
Honestly, the 9070 is a solid choice. It's more efficient, using only 200W, which means less noise and better cooling for your rig. Plus, you're only spending about 20% more for 20% better performance, which seems reasonable for the long run.
If you've already got a 7800 XT, it might not be worth upgrading to the 9070. The 7800 XT should handle 1080p ultra settings and 1440p high settings pretty well for most games, so you could save your cash unless you're looking for something specific.
If you can get the 9070, I'd say go for it. It has a better feature set with improvements in ray tracing and upscaling, making it a worthwhile upgrade. I personally upgraded from a 7800 XT to a 9070, and don't regret the extra $100 in the slightest.
Keep in mind that the 7800 XT will give you good performance for the money, especially if you stick to 1080p or 1440p on a smaller monitor. But if you're aiming for longevity and higher settings down the line, the 9070 might be the better investment.
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