Reviews

The RTX 5070 brings little improvement over the RTX 4070 Super, making the generational upgrade hardly noticeable. It performs well at 1440p, but with only 12GB of VRAM, 4K ray-traced gaming isn't really an option. On the bright side, it has solid overclocking potential, offering a 10% performance boost just by adjusting a few settings. Overall, the card even struggles to justify its $550 price tag when AMD’s RX 9070 offers more raw power and memory.

The RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT aren’t as power-hungry as Nvidia’s GPUs, nevertheless, I’ve highlighted the Best 5 PSUs for your new RDNA4 GPUs.

The ASRock Steel Legend RX 9070 is a solid mid-range GPU that outperforms Nvidia’s RTX 5070 in raster performance across all resolutions. AMD has also made big strides in ray tracing, an area where they’ve lagged behind in the past. With 16GB of video memory, smooth gameplay, and strong overclocking potential, it’s a great option for gamers who want high performance without breaking the bank. The only downside is the price—since the XT variant is just $50 more, it’s worth considering if you’re looking for even better performance.

The Fantech EOS Pro WGP15 is a versatile gaming controller offered for those looking for advanced customization and multi-platform compatibility without a hefty price tag. It has a striking, cyberpunk-inspired design with interchangeable thumbsticks and a D-pad, while its hall-effect triggers and sticks provide drift-free performance.

The Corsair iCUE Link XC7 RGB Elite is a powerful and stylish CPU water block with digital controls for lighting and temperature monitoring. It cools efficiently with its advanced design and is easy to install, especially on AMD setups. The RGB lighting looks great, but the lack of an included hub means extra cost for non-Corsair users. While it’s a bit pricey, it delivers strong performance and a premium feel.

The Fantech Aria II Pro is a stellar option for gamers looking for unique design and performance. Retaining its signature egg-shaped design with thoughtful refinements, it weighs just 53 grams and has an upgraded NRF52840 MCU that supports an impressive 8K polling rate for ultra-responsive gameplay.

Thermal Grizzly Duronaut is a high-performance thermal paste designed for durability and efficient heat transfer. It’s easy to apply, works well for overclocking, and offers great value while maintaining long-term performance.

The Teamgroup G70 Pro 4TB NVMe SSD delivers impressive speed, solid build quality, and reliable thermal management, making it a great choice for gamers, content creators, and power users. With sequential read speeds of up to 7400MB/s and write speeds of 6600MB/s, it competes well with pricier alternatives while offering PS5 compatibility and a five-year warranty.

Boasting a 360W TDP, the 5080 means business Thus, I’ve rounded up the best PSUs for the RTX 5080 after several hours of in-house testing.

The Corsair iCUE Link RX120 Max RGB fans offer a premium cooling solution with a thicker 30mm design for better airflow and high static pressure, making them ideal for radiators. They feature magnetic dome bearings, reinforced blades, and a sleek RGB aesthetic, all controlled through the iCUE Link system. While they deliver solid performance and an easy installation process with Quick Turn Screws, they come at a high price and require full software integration, limiting manual control.

The Zotac GeForce RTX 5080 AMP Extreme Infinity is a premium variant of the card, costing $250 more than the Founder's Edition. For that, it offers a flashy, premium design, better cooling, and marginally better performance than Nvidia's own model. However, the performance uplift isn't worth the $250 extra, and overall, the generational improvement over the previous generation isn't good enough.

The Biwin Black Opal DW100 RGB DDR5 kit is a high-speed memory with 8000MHz speed and tight CAS36 timings. It looks great with bright RGB lighting and a clean white design. It supports both Intel XMP and AMD EXPO, making it easy to set up for high performance. Overclocking is solid, but its tall size might not fit in every build. In short, the kit is not cheap, but if you want excellent performance with incredible OC potential and looks, it is a great choice.