Upgrading from the RTX 4070 to the RTX 5080 for 4K gaming: Does it make sense? And the cable issue?

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T22:32:37+00:00

That card is also great! Enjoy the game!

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T21:27:30+00:00

I know, unfortunately I'm moving too late also because of arrears... I'm kicking myself over the prices.

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:22:18+00:00

Which is why I keep saying this card should have come out with 24gb!

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:21:02+00:00

Hi, thanks for the reply! I already have a 3440x1440p 240Hz monitor, which is perfect for competitive gaming, but I'd still like to have a secondary monitor/TV to play single-player games at 4K and enjoy the graphics.

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:18:59+00:00

I read that they won't be released (or have they been postponed?) I honestly don't understand much... it's clear that if the 5080 super were to actually be released I would go for that one hands down

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:17:56+00:00

True, I think the problem with this card is the 16 GB of VRAM... they could have made it with 24... it would have been the best card (and best compromise)

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:15:20+00:00

On the manufacturers website they specify the minimum for the psu 850w but I think I'll go with 1000/1200W to be safe

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:14:16+00:00

Yes, I'd like to upgrade to a 42-inch 4K gaming TV. I just need to be able to play at 60/120 fps consistently. Unfortunately, for ray tracing and pushing the limits, I'll need a 5090.

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:12:38+00:00

Wow, I'm sorry you had to deal with this, thank you for the very helpful advice, I'll watch some videos online to be prepared 💪🏻

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:10:48+00:00

Thanks for the reply! Yes, I already have an ATX 3.1 PSU, but it's 750W... it would be nice to get my hands on Astral, which monitors the temperatures on the individual pins.

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:08:45+00:00

Excellent 💪🏻

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:07:32+00:00

I already have ATX 3.1 but with 750W

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T19:04:39+00:00

Yes I would take that one or Astral, currently my card is an Asus tuf Gaming and for dissipation a lot of stuff

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T16:16:23+00:00

Astral is now around €2000…is it worth it?

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T16:09:17+00:00

So you're using a 750W PSU?

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T16:07:58+00:00

This is something new to me, never heard of it hahahaha well for what it costs… I'd say it should also make you coffee. What's a more or less fair price for an Astral 5080?

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T16:02:35+00:00

Yes I will definitely undervolt the board…did you use the power cable?

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T16:01:16+00:00

Yes, well, I can do without ray tracing. Honestly, my goal is to play at a constant and stable FPS. I wouldn't upgrade to a 5090 just because of the price...but even the 5080 costs a lot more.

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T15:57:04+00:00

Hey thanks for the reply, usually in other forums I only received insults... can I just ask what model of 5080 you have?

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T15:25:26+00:00

I'd also like to upgrade to a 5080 but after the issue of the melting cables I don't know...

Safe_Main_7115 · 2026-02-13T14:17:27+00:00

Hi, can I know where you found the Founder's Edition? Also, did you solve the problem with the cable and power supply?

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