RTX 4070 Super vs RTX 5060 Ti
It’s an in-house decision: the RTX 4070 Super and the RTX 5060 Ti are both part of the same lineup. Look at the scorecard and the RTX 4070 Super stands out, ahead in 1 of 3 areas. The gpu & performance numbers explain a lot of that. There’s also a launch price gap of $170 in favor of the RTX 5060 Ti.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 4070 Super wins
- Memory Trade-off
- Power & Thermals RTX 5060 Ti wins
- Price RTX 5060 Ti wins
- GPU & Performance6.8
- Memory4.0
- Power & Thermals5.3
- GPU & Performance3.9
- Memory5.7
- Power & Thermals9.2
Spec scores (0 to 10) are calculated from manufacturer specs against other models in the same class. See how the formula works. They are not reviews or user ratings.
Key Differences
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The RTX 4070 Super has 50% more theoretical FP32 compute
It’s a lopsided result (35.5 TFLOPS for the RTX 4070 Super, 23.7 TFLOPS for the RTX 5060 Ti) and one of the main reasons to choose between them. Architectures use their compute differently, so treat the gap as a guide and look at game benchmarks for the details.
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The RTX 5060 Ti has 4 GB more VRAM
The spread here is large: 16 GB on the RTX 5060 Ti versus 12 GB on the RTX 4070 Super. Expect to notice it. At high resolutions or with texture packs, running out of VRAM can hurt more than a small speed gap.
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The RTX 4070 Super has 56% more shader units
Of all the specs we compared, this is one where the RTX 4070 Super makes its strongest case: 7,168 against 4,608. The RTX 4070 Super’s extra shaders give it more raw muscle, although comparisons across different architectures aren’t one-to-one.
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The RTX 5060 Ti has 40 W lower board power
The RTX 5060 Ti clearly leads on total board power, and 180 W versus 220 W is a difference that reaches well beyond the spec sheet. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the RTX 4070 Super’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed.
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The RTX 4070 Super has 56% more ray tracing units
On ray tracing units, the RTX 4070 Super posts 56 against 36 for the RTX 5060 Ti, a gap big enough to feel in everyday use. If you enable ray tracing, the RTX 4070 Super’s extra RT hardware should take less of a hit.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.61 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1 | N/A (not specified) |
GPU & Performance
RTX 4070 Super leads
Few areas are as clear-cut as this one: the RTX 4070 Super leads the gpu & performance section with room to spare. The RTX 4070 Super gives you 50% more theoretical FP32 compute. FP32 compute is a theoretical peak that combines shader count and clock speed, a quick way to size up raw power. Point to the RTX 5060 Ti for. If gpu & performance is your priority, the RTX 4070 Super is the card to pick.
FP32 compute
RTX 4070 Super: 35.5 TFLOPS RTX 5060 Ti: 23.7 TFLOPS The RTX 4070 Super has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
Shader units
RTX 4070 Super: 7,168 RTX 5060 Ti: 4,608 Treat shader count as a strong hint about performance tier, then check benchmarks for the games you actually play.
Memory
Trade-off
On memory, it’s give and take: the RTX 4070 Super brings a wider 192-bit memory bus, and the RTX 5060 Ti brings 4 GB more VRAM. The memory verdict depends on you more than on the spec sheet.
VRAM
RTX 4070 Super: 12 GB RTX 5060 Ti: 16 GB More VRAM lets the card hold higher-resolution textures and bigger scenes without stutter.
Memory bus
RTX 4070 Super: 192-bit RTX 5060 Ti: 128-bit The RTX 4070 Super’s wider bus supports higher bandwidth, which helps most at high resolutions.
Features
This area doesn’t reduce to a single number. The table shows the features details for both, so you can judge what matters to you.
Power & Thermals
RTX 5060 Ti leads
The RTX 5060 Ti wins the power & thermals section decisively. The RTX 5060 Ti scores with 40 W lower board power. The RTX 5060 Ti draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases. For anyone who cares most about power & thermals, the RTX 5060 Ti is the safer choice.
Total board power
RTX 4070 Super: 220 W RTX 5060 Ti: 180 W Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill.
Recommended PSU
RTX 4070 Super: 650 W RTX 5060 Ti: 450 W With the RTX 5060 Ti, you’re more likely to keep your existing power supply, which can save real money.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| GPU die | AD104 | GB206 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 7,168 (winner) | 4,608 |
| Ray tracing units | 56 (winner) | 36 |
| Base clock | 1,980 MHz | 2,407 MHz (winner) Highest base clock |
| Boost clock | 2,475 MHz | 2,572 MHz (winner) |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 35.5 TFLOPS (winner) | 23.7 TFLOPS |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 16 GB (winner) |
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory bus | 192-bit (winner) | 128-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 504 GB/s (winner) | 448 GB/s |
Features
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling | DLSS Super Resolution | DLSS 4 Super Resolution |
| Frame generation | DLSS Frame Generation (2x) | DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation (up to 4x) |
| PCIe interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
Power & Thermals
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 220 W | 180 W (winner) |
| Recommended PSU | 650 W | 450 W (winner) Smallest PSU requirement |
| Power connector | 1x 16-pin (12VHPWR) | N/A (not specified) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.61 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1 | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $599 | $429 (winner) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Price & Value
Money is a real factor here: the launch prices are 40% apart, a difference of $170. The value question is simple: are 50% more theoretical FP32 compute and 56% more shader units worth $170 to you? If so, the RTX 4070 Super makes sense.
Prices shown are US launch prices as of April 2025. Retail prices change often, so it’s worth checking current offers.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 4070 Super if…
- you run compute-heavy work alongside gaming (35.5 TFLOPS vs 23.7 TFLOPS FP32)
- you want more raw GPU hardware (7,168 vs 4,608 shader units)
- you want more dedicated ray tracing hardware (56 vs 36)
- you push high resolutions where memory width helps (192-bit vs 128-bit bus)
Choose the RTX 5060 Ti if…
- you play at high resolutions with high-quality textures (16 GB vs 12 GB VRAM)
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (180 W vs 220 W)
- you want to keep your current power supply (450 W vs 650 W recommended PSU)
- you care about clock speed under sustained load (2,407 MHz vs 1,980 MHz base)
- you’re working to a firm budget and $170 matters
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the RTX 4070 Super or the RTX 5060 Ti?
For most buyers, the RTX 5060 Ti makes more sense: it launched $170 below the RTX 4070 Super.
Is the RTX 5060 Ti worth it over the RTX 4070 Super?
If those changes matter to you, yes: the RTX 5060 Ti adds 4 GB more VRAM, 40 W lower board power and a smaller 450 W PSU requirement compared with the RTX 4070 Super.
Does the RTX 4070 Super perform better than the RTX 5060 Ti?
Going by the specs, the RTX 4070 Super comes out ahead: it offers 50% more theoretical FP32 compute and 56% more shader units.
Is the RTX 4070 Super cheaper than the RTX 5060 Ti?
At launch, the RTX 5060 Ti undercut the RTX 4070 Super by $170. These figures are as of April 2025, and street prices can change.
Executive Summary
Here’s my take on the RTX 4070 Super versus the RTX 5060 Ti, two models from one lineup. What tips it for me is that the RTX 5060 Ti has 4 GB more VRAM. And if that weren’t enough, the RTX 5060 Ti has 40 W lower board power. In fairness to the RTX 4070 Super, 50% more theoretical FP32 compute is a genuine strength.
Put simply, the RTX 4070 Super suits people who care about gpu & performance, while the RTX 5060 Ti suits people who put power & thermals first.
My pick: the RTX 5060 Ti, because $170 is a lot to pay for what the RTX 4070 Super adds.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.