If you've been eagerly awaiting the return of a more budget-friendly Blackwell card to stock at a reputable retailer, now's your opportunity to snag one at the listed price. Amazon is currently offering the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card exclusively for Amazon Prime members at $609.99, with the added benefit of free shipping. This GPU is a fantastic choice for gamers looking to enjoy high framerates at up to 1440p resolution, and it supports the cutting-edge DLSS 4 technology.
It's worth noting that the suggested launch price for a GeForce RTX 5070 card is $549.99. While a few models are available at this price point, they are notoriously difficult to find in stock. The Windforce model is priced higher due to its OC (overclocked) version. Nonetheless, this is currently the most competitive price you'll find for a standalone 5070 GPU.
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC GPU for $609.99
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Windforce OC 12GB Graphics Card
$609.99 at Amazon
Compared to the previous generation GPUs, the RTX 5070 delivers performance on par with the RTX 4070 Super. While we had hoped for a more significant leap in raw performance, the RTX 4070 Super was already a stellar choice 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 now nearly impossible. The RTX 5070 not only looks better but also performs superiorly in games that leverage DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation. It's also a more future-proof option, poised to benefit from ongoing driver optimizations.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Review by Jacqueline Thomas
"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 is a nuanced choice. It delivers on its promise to enable 1440p gaming at 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 valuable feature for those with high-refresh monitors, but it might not justify an upgrade on its own."
