Tested: Most People Should NOT Buy a 5090 (Even if you CAN)

Description:

In this video, Linus examines whether most people should buy the RTX 5090, even if they can afford it. He starts with a baseline performance test on a mid‑range build, then upgrades to the RTX 5090 to see how it performs. He also looks at pairing the 5090 with a high‑end CPU, compares it to the AMD 9070 XT, and discusses a more balanced upgrade approach. The video covers the pros and cons of investing in a top‑tier GPU versus a more modest one, and offers guidance on getting the best value for your money. 0:00 Intro 1:00 Sponsor 1:22 Baseline performance with a mid‑range build 2:16 Upgrading to the RTX 5090 4:45 Pairing the 5090 with a high‑end CPU 6:33 What about the AMD 9070 XT? 8:39 A more balanced upgrade approach 9:21 Sponsor 10:18 Credits