Should I upgrage my GPU and what upgrade should I get?

[Jaybaret]

Hello,

I've recently build a new pc, but I kept my old GPU and now I'm wondering if I should replace it and what I should get in it's place? I was hoping you guys could help me out!

My new build is a:
i5 7600k,
Msi z270 Gaming Pro Carbon
2x8gb corsair vengeance ram
evga 750w 2g
970gtx g1 windforce (from old pc)

I should mention I am using a acer predator 144hz g-sync monitor 1080p! I frequently play: WoW, Overwatch, Witcher 3, Rainbow six Siege and Arma 3.
And I just feel like my 970 is not really getting the best results and is not using this monitor to its full extend.

Thanks in advance, Jay

 

[Turb0Yoda]

If you absolutely have to upgrade now, the rx 480 from AMD would be amazing.
However, the rx 5xx series is apparently launching soon. I'd wait for that.

 

[darthpepe]

Price range?
Solid upgrade: GTX 1060 6GB
Great upgrade: GTX 1070
If you really want to guarantee hitting that 144fps get the 1070 and overclock it a little bit.

 

[Jaybaret]

If you absolutely have to upgrade now, the rx 480 from AMD would be amazing.
However, the rx 5xx series is apparently launching soon. I'd wait for that.

Thanks for your response.

There is no rush really, the 970 gets the job done for now. I'm just looking for a card that matches up with my other components. And that 144hz easily (maybe even 1440 in the future). I'm a bit of a future proofer.

The 480 looks nice, but I think it's not that much of an upgrade even though its price for performance is great. Have you had experience with crossfire?

I Would like to know if you have more suggestions.

 

[Jaybaret]

@darthpepe
I'm willing to go the extra mile to get a card that matches up with my other components and is somewhat future proof. I would really like it to hit that 144hz out of the field. But something like a 1080 ti is just to insanely expensive. I'd say any price under that is possible.

 

[CRO5513Y]

If you absolutely have to upgrade now, the rx 480 from AMD would be amazing.
However, the rx 5xx series is apparently launching soon. I'd wait for that.

Thanks for your response.

There is no rush really, the 970 gets the job done for now. I'm just looking for a card that matches up with my other components. And that 144hz easily (maybe even 1440 in the future). I'm a bit of a future proofer.

The 480 looks nice, but I think it's not that much of an upgrade even though its price for performance is great. Have you had experience with crossfire?

I Would like to know if you have more suggestions.

Give it a few days as the RX 580 will be out very soon and might be a good option as it is likely going to outperform the RX 480 and GTX 1060 although i don't think the GTX 1070 would be within it's reach judging from the leaked specs.

Other than that i would personally go for a GTX 1070 if you are looking for more Performance with a 144 Hz G-Sync Monitor, an AMD card wouldn't be a good choice since you lose the G-Sync feature on the Monitor. a GTX 1060 6GB is capable of running most games at 1080p High/Ultra at 60 FPS but a GTX 1070 would be a better choice for the high refresh rate so you can get 144 Hz stable in most games without compromising any AA or lowering settings to do so. Hope this helps

 

[Jaybaret]

If you absolutely have to upgrade now, the rx 480 from AMD would be amazing.
However, the rx 5xx series is apparently launching soon. I'd wait for that.

Thanks for your response.

There is no rush really, the 970 gets the job done for now. I'm just looking for a card that matches up with my other components. And that 144hz easily (maybe even 1440 in the future). I'm a bit of a future proofer.

The 480 looks nice, but I think it's not that much of an upgrade even though its price for performance is great. Have you had experience with crossfire?

I Would like to know if you have more suggestions.

Give it a few days as the RX 580 will be out very soon and might be a good option as it is likely going to outperform the RX 480 and GTX 1060 although i don't think the GTX 1070 would be within it's reach judging from the leaked specs.

Other than that i would personally go for a GTX 1070 if you are looking for more Performance with a 144 Hz G-Sync Monitor, an AMD card wouldn't be a good choice since you lose the G-Sync feature on the Monitor. a GTX 1060 6GB is capable of running most games at 1080p High/Ultra at 60 FPS but a GTX 1070 would be a better choice for the high refresh rate so you can get 144 Hz stable in most games without compromising any AA or lowering settings to do so. Hope this helps

Thanks for your advice,
It helps alot.
I was also looking at a gtx 1070, but will it run games that are coming out in the upcoming years good as well?
I think my build is quite good for the coming years, I'd like my GPU to fit right in there. Hope I informed you enough to be able to give some more advice!
Jay