Which of these two 5070 Ti card brands should I select?
Which of these two 5070 Ti card brands should I select?
Hello everyone,
I'm setting up a Ryzen 7 9800X3D gaming system and am torn between these two options:
Galax RTX 5070 Ti EX Gamer Edition 1-Click OC and Gigabyte RTX 5070 Ti AERO OC Edition.
In my country, the Galax model costs $1250, while the Gigabyte version is $1479.
Do you think the additional $230 is worth it for the more popular and reliable Gigabyte brand, or will I be just as satisfied with the Galax one?
I haven't used any Galax products before.
Thanks in advance.
No, the extra 230$ isn't worth it.
From all the tests I've seen so far, the galaxy cards are doing okay (around average) and match models like the ASUS TUF or Palit Gamerock.
The worst 5070Ti I've seen is the MSI Ventus with a fan spinning at 2,400 RPM, reaching 70°C, while the galaxy card stays under 70°C at 1,500 RPM.
The quietest cards are the MSI Gaming Trio and ASUS TUF (with a quiet BIOS preset).
the difference in nuances among various AIB partners is minimal. you're paying an additional 200 for nothing, so save that money and purchase something else
Whether the additional cost for AIB is justified depends on your requirements. I would never spend more than $1000 on a 5070 Ti, as you can often find them for less if you check platforms like Discord or stock trackers. MSI had several $749 models available yesterday. Occasionally the extra funds are allocated for minor upgrades that don’t significantly affect performance, such as RGB or visual improvements. Other times they support features that do influence performance. I bought a MSI gaming trio at the MSRP, which is still $130 more than their shadow series or other entry-level cards. For me, it was a smart choice because it’s one of the most stylish and quiet versions, with excellent thermal management. Sometimes I play late at night while my wife sleeps, so I want the sound to be subtle. Even under heavy load with path tracing, the fan stays below 50% and the GPU remains in the upper 50s. If I were in a different room, I’d probably opt for something cheaper. The card also looks outstanding. Therefore, the $90 extra for better cooling and the $40 for a premium appearance seemed worthwhile to me.