GPU Replacement

[GeordieStew]

Hi folks.

Running GTX1080 currently. 3 x 1440 and 1 x 4k monitor for productivity. I do light gaming on one of the 1440 monitors. It's starting to glitch a bit and I want to replace it.

What are my options? Ideally under £500. 3060 12GB? 3060Ti 8GB? Which is best? I want to stay with nvidia.

Thanks in advance

 

[GeordieStew]

It's not really about the "upgrade". Just a replacement really. Happy with equivalent.

Also want to keep power usage down. Although TDP is higher, if it's being underused will they all use "similar" power?

 

[GeordieStew]

Then it's down to VRAM. If you're good with 8GB then 3060 Ti is the best choice.

How do I know if I'm good with 8GB? What about 3070 Ti FE? Will it use more power than the others if I'm not pushing it?

 

[GeordieStew]

Between the 3070 Ti and 3060Ti, the 3070 makes better sense, the 70 Ti guzzles a lot more power than either prior cards and the 3070 is barely below it in performance especially overclocked.

Not being a real big gamer, but having the PC on for... 12-14 hours a day, power usage is a concern. I'll never want to play the latest games. Ever.
I'll take a look at the 3070 too.

 

[GeordieStew]

Gone for 3060Ti. Thank you all very much.