GTX970 swap for r9?

[Theonelemon]

I have 8 days left on the refund for my gtx970 but I want to make a decision soon.

 

Im DEFINATELY getting 1440p and I need to know, before my card even reaches the 3.5vram limit will my card already be struggling with textures and settings like that on 1440p? If so I definately dont need the 290x because it will have bad performance at that time aswell which is priced the same but without witcher and is louder+hotter. I have decided im not prepared to deal with the hassle that comes with crossfire/SLI so Im going to keep to a single card setup. I am lucky because my brother will buy all of my cards when I upgrade for 3/4s the price I paid for them so if i decide I want to upgrade I can at a bit of an extra cost. 

 

If its not to much to ask please elaborate completely on this because I have finaly managed to put my concerns into clear words. 

[othertomperson]

The 970's vram isn't an issue for 4K, I struggle to see it becoming one for 1440p. The 970 and 290X perform near identically, but one uses a lot more power and produces a lot more heat. I wouldn't suggest sidegrading from one to the other in either direction.

 

It isn't a vram "limit" either. You can use the full 4GB, and I do in Shadow of Mordor without issue.

[pomaranc]

I would say that 970 is better than 290x even at 1440p and since you can't wait for 300 series I would suggest you to keep it.

[SkywardKkalox]

970 > 290x for power consumption.

970 = 290x in performance.

970 > 290x in temperatures (most of the times)

 

From here do what you want.

I would say keep the 970.

[Enderman]

3.5GB is definitely enough for 1440p

also not all people have that issue, many people use over 3.5GB and dont have any performance issues

[Trik'Stari]

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3.5GB is definitely enough for 1440p

also not all people have that issue, many people use over 3.5GB and dont have any performance issues

 

Everyone has the 3.5 issues. The card is designed that way. It will ALWAYS stutter over 3.5, unless the game is optimized extremely well, to use the slower .5gb of vram for things that wont cause stuttering.

[Theonelemon]

I would say that 970 is better than 290x even at 1440p and since you can't wait for 300 series I would suggest you to keep it.

If i keep the 970 im not buying a 300 series card though edit:nvm got the point

[Whorax]

If cost isn't an issue I'd swap for a 290X. Specifically an MSI Lightning.

[Theonelemon]

3.5GB is definitely enough for 1440p

also not all people have that issue, many people use over 3.5GB and dont have any performance issues

is it enough for 1440p on all the new games untill my card starts to get weaker performance wise and not vram wise. That means the card would be no good anymore anyway making the 3.5 not an issue

[-iSynthesis]

I would not do so, you should be fine. At least wait for r9 3XX series.

[Theonelemon]

If cost isn't an issue I'd swap for a 290X. Specifically an MSI Lightning.

here in sweden that is 200$ more ontop of the already 25% higher tax

[GodSpoon]

Ehhhh keep your 970, once DX12 is out and SLI works wonders (praying) it will be worth your money

 

Not to mention the 290X is dated and the new lineup is soon to be released @Theonelemon

[Theonelemon]

I would not do so, you should be fine. At least wait for r9 3XX series.

I cant wait! I dont have a place holder and i will not buy one

[Whorax]

here in sweden that is 200$ more ontop of the already 25% higher tax

Ah, hell. Then I'd say just keep the 970. The VRAM issue isn't really an issue with any of the current games out.

[Sharif]

I love mine 

 

I say keep it => 

[Theonelemon]

Ehhhh keep your 970, once DX12 is out and SLI works wonders (praying) it will be worth your money

 

Not to mention the 290X is dated and the new lineup is soon to be released @Theonelemon

I am not going to SLI ever unless in a few years games STILL dont use 3.5

[GodSpoon]

I am not going to SLI ever unless in a few years games STILL dont use 3.5

 

I just mean its just an option..

[Theonelemon]

Ah, hell. Then I'd say just keep the 970. The VRAM issue isn't really an issue with any of the current games out.

I know that but I mean will it become an issue at 1440p with new game releases? If the FPS performance due to the cards hardware becomes a problem before vram over-usage then I will be fine because its time for an upgrade anyways

[Theonelemon]

I love mine 

 

I say keep it => 

Do you play at 1440p? If so can you tell me if  it become an issue at 1440p with new game releases? If the FPS performance due to the cards hardware becomes a problem before vram over-usage then I will be fine because its time for an upgrade anyways

[Suika]

The R9 290X is a downgrade in most aspects, considering VRAM isn't a clear issue.

 

You're going for a GPU with the same performance, yet significantly greater heat output and higher power consumption. The only reason to pick up the R9 290X right now is if you can't quite afford the GTX 970, or you're a fanboy.

[Enderman]

is it enough for 1440p on all the new games untill my card starts to get weaker performance wise and not vram wise. That means the card would be no good anymore anyway making the 3.5 not an issue

yes, unless you like playing on ultra settings with custom hd textures

but at that point you're going to be getting less than 60fps and will probably turn your settings down

 

if you're planning to do two or three way SLI then it would not be a very good idea, but for one GPU you will be fine

[CostcoSamples]

If you can't wait for next gen, keep your 970.  The 290 and 290x are still very good, but you won't notice any real difference either way.

 

Alternatively, buy a cheap used GPU to last a few months until next gen AMD is released.

[Theonelemon]

The R9 290X is a downgrade in most aspects, considering VRAM isn't a clear issue.

 

You're going for a GPU with the same performance, yet significantly greater heat output and higher power consumption. The only reason to pick up the R9 290X right now is if you can't quite afford the GTX 970, or you're a fanboy.

I already have the 970 in my rig just making sure Ill be fine on the new 1440p monitor im buying at least for another 1 or two at high settings

[CoolaxGaming]

I would say that 970 is better than 290x even at 1440p and since you can't wait for 300 series I would suggest you to keep it.

290x performs better at higher res due to its superior memory bandwidth

[Theonelemon]

yes, unless you like playing on ultra settings with custom hd textures

but at that point you're going to be getting less than 60fps and will probably turn your settings down

 

if you're planning to do two or three way SLI then it would not be a very good idea, but for one GPU you will be fine

See this is the answer I have been looking for. THANKS SOOOO MUCH thats all I needed to know. Im not the type to SLI or crossfire because i dont want any issues. 

1 more question. With the 970 and new game releases @ 1440p will I be able to get by for a couple years till i can afford a new top of the line card?