How to evaluate fresh cards against a previous 1080Ti?
How to evaluate fresh cards against a previous 1080Ti?
You should be able to gather all the information you want in a web search as "1080ti vs XXXX"
Up until very recently the ti version of that legendary card was still quite viable, and according to your needs may still be. IIRC driver support being discontinued will pose an ever increasing issue as time goes by and more games are released.
I have a 1080 that I was very proud to have found during the first crypto boom. It is a really nice card (Gaming X) and I love the way it looks in the build it was housed in. Unfortunately, with all the new advancements in gaming cards and software improvements it is obsolete and outperformed by even a 6600XT with FSR.
I think I'm trying to determine...if staying within a 2k budget, what kind of equipment would be necessary to upgrade. In my earlier projects, I planned to start fresh with a new GPU around 3k. Jay mentioned a video recently about constructing a functional setup for $1500. I believe the idea is that 4k requires monitors larger than 27 inches, which isn't something I'm aiming for.
If your data is up to date, a complete platform refresh would offer substantial advantages. You might also consider purchasing used equipment to achieve notable improvements with the latest 6th generation Intel and a 10-series card.
Have you looked at Tom's GPU ranking list? It looks like what you're thinking is correct if you're reading it right. Let's compare how the different cards perform against each other so you can see where a new card like the 5060ti stands in relation to previous models. Your 1080ti isn't even on the list anymore because it's quite old. Basically, anything new would be better. I still have a 1650 super in an HTPC that's also no longer listed. Lol
For a straightforward comparison, search google to obtain the passmark rating of the cards.
Take for instance GTX1080 ti which is 18599:
https://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu.p...Ti&id=3699
In contrast, the GTX5060ti mentioned earlier has a rating of 22735:
https://www.videocardbenchmark.net/gpu.p...Ti&id=6160
Would you like to know if there are any aspects of windows 11 you should consider?
With windows 10 no longer supported, your system remains functional; however, security depends on your actions.
If you use Windows Defender and steer clear of suspicious websites, you're adequately protected.
Additionally, maintaining a solid external backup ensures you can recover from serious issues.
Your GTX 1080 Ti should work well with an RTX 3060, RX 7600, or RX 6650 XT. Going up to an RTX 5060 Ti 16GB or RX 9060 XT would significantly boost performance and be very noticeable. If you're aiming for a budget of around $1500, you can find an RTX 5070 Ti 16GB or RX 9070 XT 16GB. These options should let you enjoy smooth gaming at 1440P for many years. Beyond that, gains slow down quickly unless you consider upgrading to a 4090 or 5090 for $2000–3500. If you’re near a microcenter, it’s worth checking out—they often have competitive online prices for GPUs.
https://www.guru3d.com/review/radeon-rx-...-shoot-out
https://www.techpowerup.com/review/sapph...oc/33.html
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X 4.5 GHz 8-Core Processor
($267.22 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler:
Thermalright Burst Assassin 66.17 CFM CPU Cooler
($21.59 @ Amazon)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B850 GAMING X WIFI6E ATX AM5 Motherboard
($179.99 @ Amazon)
Memory:
Patriot Viper Venom 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
($79.99 @ Newegg)
Storage:
Crucial P3 Plus 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
($115.95 @ iBUYPOWER)
Video Card:
Gigabyte WINDFORCE SFF GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Video Card
($837.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply:
Cooler Master MWE Gold 850 V3 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply
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Total:
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Everyone's responses are useful. I'll look through the ranked GPU lists. The numbers on the cards are really helpful. Comparing these directly is very beneficial. A 9060xt or 9070xt would be great. I'm just getting a bit anxious about switching to Windows 11 because I'm not sure I can make the transition. So far, I haven't played anything at 2k that's causing any issues. I won't be able to go full custom anymore either, but I'm looking forward to trying my first AIO options. Thanks!