What a bargain! That price for such great performance.
What a bargain! That price for such great performance.
Unless you want to pay scalper prices it is impossible to get a 3080 right now . I feel like I have found a $200 solution. I bought a Nvidia Shield Pro. With the shield I can stream games from my PC to my 4k 65" Oled tv using Nvidia’s AI upscaling. It looks amazing! I set my resolution for my PC games to 1080p and they are upscaled to 4k at 60hz. I have done a side by side comparison and I can't tell the difference. Because my resolution is lower I can max out my graphics settings. With DLSS games the performance is even better. I am playing Cyber Punk 2077 in 4k, with graphics set to high, Ray-Traced set to Ultra and DLSS set to performance and I'm getting 60+ fps. All on a 2070 super paired with a 3900x. I understand it's not true 4K, but neither is DLSS and people love it and it's necessary with most Ray-Traced titles. I'd love to hear other peoples point of view. I don't see any reason to buy a 3xxx series GPU now. Am I wrong? If you plan on using DLSS you plan on upscaling. If you can't tell the difference why pay the extra money?
Since you still require a strong GPU, most buyers seeking a 3xx series are those with lower-end models. Honestly, upgrading from a laptop like the GT730/GTX460 or a 2xxx setup isn’t much better. DLSS only benefits gaming and hasn’t seen major improvements in newer chips. If you already have a 20xx, upgrading wasn’t necessary unless you needed top performance. With a 20xx, I’d be impressed by a 30xx, but it’s not essential for me. Some players notice the difference, though DLSS doesn’t work consistently across all titles.
You require a GPU capable of handling DLSS while remaining powerful enough. The shield's AI upscaler functions as DLSS but with a lag due to slower hardware, which limits its performance. DLSS alone can only achieve so much—it remains an upscaler and certain tasks won't be very effective. Additionally, progress is inevitable, so you'll still need a better card, though a lower-end option might suffice for about 98% of high-resolution gaming with an upscaler.
This approach offers a compelling alternative for high-resolution gaming. It could benefit users with 1080p setups aiming for 4K performance. A used 2080Ti model provides solid 4K60 gaming capabilities, which aligns well with the goal. The desire for a 3080 to push beyond 60fps highlights the need for more advanced solutions. Ideally, a robust upscaler from NVIDIA or AMD would be preferable over basic filters like Photoshop effects. A true game-ready DLSS implementation would be ideal, extending support to unsupported titles. Additionally, testing with an LG OLED at 55 inches revealed minimal difference in scaling quality between 1440p and 4K content, making the display handling smooth rather than noticeable.
Your CPU handles peak performance regardless of resolution, while your GPU is limited by a maximum frame rate per second. The resolution has little impact on CPU speed and mainly boosts GPU efficiency, making the CPU more likely to become the limiting factor at lower settings.
It depends on your objectives. Right now I have a 1440p 144hz display connected to a 2070 super. My aim is 60 fps with graphics at maximum. If I purchased a 3080, I’d also get a 4K screen. No matter the refresh rate, my target remains 60 fps in the highest graphical mode. I hit it while spending more than $1000.