beside the point

Definitions

Irrelevant or not connected to the subject being discussed.

Of no importance or consequence to the matter at hand.

Examples

Whether or not he intended to hurt your feelings is beside the point; the fact remains that he was incredibly rude.

We can discuss the budget later, but that is beside the point right now because we need to focus on the immediate deadline.

Synonyms

irrelevant immaterial inconsequential off-topic extraneous beside the mark not germane

Antonyms

relevant pertinent germane to the point material significant on topic