What to upgrade to do 1440p gaming?

[Hmb556]

I'm currently using a 1080p monitor and wanted to move up to 1440p but I'd like to keep a solid 60fps with the highest settings, here's my current parts list:
i5-4590
GTX970
16GB RAM
MSI Z97 GD-65 motherboard

I'll have about $1800 to spend but that will also include the monitor and whatever parts I get.
Thanks.

 

[jankerson]

All you really need is a GTX 1080.

And maybe a new PSU depending on what it is.

And a I7 4790 or I7 4790K

Should be well within your budget.

 

[samer.forums]

get GTX 1080 ti and an Ultra wide 1440p Monitor , if you have $1800 to spend.

 

[Hmb556]

All you really need is a GTX 1080.

And maybe a new PSU depending on what it is.

And a I7 4790 or I7 4790K

Should be well within your budget.

PSU is a EVGA 750 watt so I think it should be fine.
I've read upgrading to the i7 doesn't make a huge difference for gaming, is that still true?

 

[jankerson]

All you really need is a GTX 1080.

And maybe a new PSU depending on what it is.

And a I7 4790 or I7 4790K

Should be well within your budget.

PSU is a EVGA 750 watt so I think it should be fine.
I've read upgrading to the i7 doesn't make a huge difference for gaming, is that still true?

Not in todays' games, it can and will make a difference.

 

[King_V]

The new 1070Ti might well be able to keep up. Its specs seem closer to the 1080 than to the 1070, at a lower price, so it might be worth waiting a little just to see how the reviews turn out.

 

[jankerson]

The new 1070Ti might well be able to keep up. Its specs seem closer to the 1080 than to the 1070, at a lower price, so it might be worth waiting a little just to see how the reviews turn out.

Just saw a teardown of the GTX 1070Ti.

It's weak.

Won't even be close to a GTX 1080.

 

[Hmb556]

I'd rather go for the 1080 or 1080ti since the 1080 isn't that much more expensive than the 1070ti anyways.
If I get a 1080ti and a 4790k, I still have like $700 left, what monitor would you guys recommend?

 

[jankerson]

Asus makes good 1440P Monitors.

 

[Hmb556]

Ok, thanks for the help guys

 

[King_V]

The new 1070Ti might well be able to keep up. Its specs seem closer to the 1080 than to the 1070, at a lower price, so it might be worth waiting a little just to see how the reviews turn out.

Just saw a teardown of the GTX 1070Ti.

It's weak.

Won't even be close to a GTX 1080.

Any links? I don't think there have been any performance tests yet, have there?

 

[jankerson]

The new 1070Ti might well be able to keep up. Its specs seem closer to the 1080 than to the 1070, at a lower price, so it might be worth waiting a little just to see how the reviews turn out.

Just saw a teardown of the GTX 1070Ti.

It's weak.

Won't even be close to a GTX 1080.

Any links? I don't think there have been any performance tests, have there?

None really as of yet.

A few early leaks...

But nothing serious yet.

Waiting to see some here also just to see, and I mean good ones from reliable reviewers.

 

[King_V]

Agreed - the 1070Ti is on my list, based on what the hardware specs are supposed to be, that's why I'm eager.

I guess we won't see anything solid until November 2, though.