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Which NVIDIA card fits the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K?

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I’m planning a build around the new Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and want to ensure I don't bottleneck it. I'll be gaming at 1440p but might move to 4K soon. Should I go with an RTX 4070 Ti Super, or is it worth stepping up to a 4080 Super to really match this CPU's performance? What’s the best NVIDIA pairing for high-refresh gaming with this chip?


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Quick question - what kind of power supply are you planning to use for this build? I mean, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is a powerhouse, but it can be realy power-hungry under load, and pairing it with a high-end NVIDIA card means you gotta be careful about your total wattage and cable safety.

Since you mentioned 4K is on the horizon, I'd honestly suggest looking at the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Super over the Ti Super. But seriously, make sure you have a high-quality ATX 3.0 or 3.1 PSU like the Corsair RM850e Fully Modular Low-Noise ATX Power Supply to handle those transient spikes safely.

*Definitely* dont skimp on the PSU with these specs:
- Use the native 12VHPWR cable if possible
- Aim for at least 850W for headroom
- Check your case clearance for those massive coolers!

Tbh, I just wanna make sure you dont run into stability issues or melting connectors. What's the budget for the rest of the parts? lol


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Seconding the recommendation above. I just finished a similar build and honestly, you gotta be careful with the budget creep lol. If you're staying at 1440p for a while, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super is actually the sweet spot for value. I've been super satisfied with it. But yeah, if 4K is definitely the plan, you'll regret not getting the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Super since it handles those higher resolutions way better. Just don't overspend if you don't have to, right?


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Honestly, even though the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is a beast, pairing it with anything less than a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Super for 4K feels like a waste, right?


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Seconded!


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Did this last week, worked perfectly


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Interested in this too


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