If you want to actually enjoy the breathtaking visuals of modern AAA games instead of always turning down every video setting to low in order to avoid abysmal frame rates, what you need is a good graphics card. The RTX 5070 is a more than fair option. for its price, and for the holidays, the OC edition has dropped by 19%. That brings the price down from $700 to just $570, saving you a cool $130 for a limited time. This graphics card released only this year so this is a pretty steep discount for a product this new to the market.
At the heart of the ASUS GeForce RTX 5070 TUF OC Edition lies NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture which reworks how GPUs process graphics. With it on this GPU, you can expect ultra-high refresh rate when gaming at 1080p and a steady experience at 1440p resolution, even with ray-tracing enabled.
The GPU employs three separate DisplayPorts along with an HDMI port at the back of the unit. Without the need for a docking station, you’re able to display on up to four monitors at once. It can display in 4K, but you’ll find the ASUS GeForce RTX 5070’s best performance when gaming in either 1080p or 1440p.
In It for the Long Haul
Equipped with PCIe 5.0 support, the ASUS GeForce RTX 5070 TUF OC is prepared for next-generation hardware, ensuring long-term compatibility. While current games are unlikely to fully utilize PCIe 4.0 bandwidth, future titles with enhanced asset streaming and DirectStorage features will benefit from the increased throughput of PCIe 5.0. For now, the card performs flawlessly in PCIe 4.0 slots, and when you eventually upgrade your platform, PCIe 5.0 will enable even better performance.
The use of military-grade components and a protective PCB coating significantly boosts the card’s longevity. This coating shields against dust and moisture, preventing corrosion over time. The dual-ball fan bearing are designed to las you up to twice as long as standard sleeve bearings found on other GPUs. Although these benefits may not be immediately noticeable, they become increasingly important after several years of use, when lower-quality cards begin to degrade.
The ASUS GeForce RTX 5070 OC Edition is designed to stay cool even during intensive gaming. The axial-tech fans design uses a smaller fan hub which can facilitate longer blades and a barrier ring that can increase the downward air pressure. You can expect quiet operation when performing light tasks. The three fans are designed to stop when GPU temperatures are below 50°C so as not to be met with distracting noises when unnecessary.
Plus, with its dual-BIOS switch, you can toggle between performance and quiet BIOS profiles depending on your current needs. The GPU Tweak III software can provide even further customization to achieve the right level of performance and thermal control for you.
