While our man James wasn’t entirely convinced by the RTX 5070 when it launched, the GPU that replaces the 4070 Super has gotten better with age following driver updates.
It’s also, thanks to the effect of Father Time, come down in price a little, and now Amazon is offering an ASUS version of the GPU for under $550. That’s a decent drop from the $610 it was asking for originally.
Get a 50-series Blackwell card for less at Amazon
This three-fan GPU offers a great setup for 1440p gaming, but has DLSS 4 and Multi-Frame Generation for smoother frame rates without needing to opt for a 5080 or the eye-watering 5090 for the privilege.
It’s ideal for smaller builds, too, with a 2.5 slot design and ASUS’ GPU Guard technology to reduce the risk of cracks, and it’s ideal for using for AI-based workflows if you’re running a bunch of calculations or leveraging creative apps like Photoshop, which sing with NVIDIA’s Studio drivers.
You can tweak settings with ASUS’ GPU Tweak III utility, too, letting you monitor temperature and clock speeds.
If you’d prefer a PNY version, Amazon has that discounted, too. It’s $589.99 instead of $699.99, marking a 16% discount.
It’s barely faster than its predecessor, we know, but if you can find an opportunity to use that DLSS 4 tech, you may find it’s just the right card for you.
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