Best GPU for rig

[Lovepoozer]

I'm looking for the optimal GPU for 1080p @ 144hz gaming on my rig. Rig is as follows:

CPU: i5-6600K not currently overclocked
MB: Asus Sabertooth Z170 Mark S
Cooler: Corsair H100i-V2
Memory: Corsair Platinum DDR4 2666 16gb
PSU: EVGA Super Nova P2 650w Platinum
SSD: Samsung 850 Evo 500mb
HHD: WD black 2TB
Monitor: ASUS VG248QE 144hz
GPU: 2g EVGA 960 SSC

First build (fired up instantly w/o issues). Clearly I need a new video card (and computer is over-built). Is 1070 the answer for next 2/3 years or is waiting AMD latest better option? No current game favorites but recently retired and built PC with intent of gaming nirvana without issues. Any help appreciated.

 

[greens]

If you want a GPU now the 1070 is a fantastic choice.
Sure you could wait, but there is always something to wait for.

A 1070 would pair very well with your rig. So would a GTX 1080 if you can swing that.

 

[ThomasKK]

GTX 1060 for 1080p gives a steady ~60+fps, so not an option - need something more powerful.
GTX 1070 should be able to push 1080p at 144hz for a few good years. (later you can reduce graphics and still get 144fps)
Go for GTX 1080 only if you find a really good deal (discount) or if you really know you're going to be gaming a lot and want to be as future-proof as possible.

 

[Lovepoozer]

Thx gents