If you've been eagerly waiting to snag one of the more budget-friendly Blackwell cards at a reputable retailer, now's your golden opportunity to grab one at the list price. Amazon is currently offering the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card exclusively for Amazon Prime members at $609.99 with free shipping. This GPU is a stellar choice for gaming at up to 1440p with high framerates and comes equipped with the latest DLSS 4 technology. Plus, for a limited time, you'll receive a complimentary voucher for the upcoming Doom: The Dark Ages game with your purchase.
Keep in mind, the suggested launch price for a GeForce RTX 5070 card is $549.99. While there are models available at this price, they're notoriously difficult to find in stock. The Windforce OC model is priced higher due to its overclocked performance. Nonetheless, this is currently the best price you'll find for a standalone RTX 5070 GPU. According to Tom's Hardware, Nvidia is planning to increase GPU prices by 10%-15% in the near future.
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC GPU for $609.99
Amazon Prime Members Only
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card
$609.99 at Amazon
Compared to the previous generation, the RTX 5070's performance is on par with the RTX 4070 Super. While we would have hoped for a larger leap in raw performance, the RTX 4070 Super was already an impressive card for 1080p and 1440p gaming, launching at $599.99, just $10 less than this Gigabyte 5070 model. However, finding an RTX 4070 Super at this price is nearly impossible now. The RTX 5070 outshines the RTX 4070 Super in games that support DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation, making it a more future-proof option that will benefit from ongoing driver optimizations.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Review by Jacqueline Thomas
"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 delivers on its promise: playing games at 1440p with high frame rates. However, it doesn't necessarily outperform the RTX 4070 Super or other cards in its price range. The addition of Multi Frame Generation is a nice perk for users with high-refresh monitors, but it might not justify the upgrade for everyone."
Step up to the RTX 5070 Ti if you plan to game in 4K
Zotac Solid Core GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB Graphics Card
$837.98 at Walmart
If your gaming ambitions extend to 4K, the RTX 5070 might struggle. In that case, upgrading to the RTX 5070 Ti would be a wise move. This card matches the performance of the RTX 4080 Super and includes the added benefit of DLSS 4 multi-frame generation support. Walmart currently has a Zotac model available for $837.98. Note that Newegg is the marketplace vendor for this product.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Review by Jacqueline Thomas
"For the price, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti stands out as the premier 4K graphics card for most gamers. Not only is it significantly faster than its predecessor, but the inclusion of DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation ensures it will remain relevant for years to come."
