RTX 4070 Super vs RTX 5070 Ti
A family lineup gives you options, and options create homework. Here’s the homework for the RTX 4070 Super and the RTX 5070 Ti. By our tally, the RTX 5070 Ti leads 2 of 3 areas. The gpu & performance section is where it pulls furthest ahead of the RTX 4070 Super. It also matters that $150 separates their launch prices, with the RTX 5070 Ti at the top.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 5070 Ti wins
- Memory RTX 5070 Ti wins
- Power & Thermals RTX 4070 Super wins
- Price RTX 4070 Super wins
- GPU & Performance6.4
- Memory3.6
- Power & Thermals6.1
- GPU & Performance8.9
- Memory9.0
- Power & Thermals1.0
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 5070 Ti has 4 GB more VRAM
It’s a lopsided result (16 GB for the RTX 5070 Ti, 12 GB for the RTX 4070 Super) and one of the main reasons to choose between them. 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 5070 Ti has 24% more theoretical FP32 compute
The spread here is large: 43.9 TFLOPS on the RTX 5070 Ti versus 35.5 TFLOPS on the RTX 4070 Super. Expect to notice it. 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 4070 Super has 80 W lower board power
Of all the specs we compared, this is one where the RTX 4070 Super makes its strongest case: 220 W against 300 W. The RTX 4070 Super draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases.
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The RTX 5070 Ti has 25% more shader units
The RTX 5070 Ti clearly leads on shader units, and 8,960 versus 7,168 is a difference that reaches well beyond the spec sheet. Shader units do most of the heavy lifting in games, so more of them usually means more frames per second within the same architecture.
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The RTX 5070 Ti has 78% more memory bandwidth
On memory bandwidth, the RTX 5070 Ti posts 896 GB/s against 504 GB/s for the RTX 4070 Super, a gap big enough to feel in everyday use. The RTX 5070 Ti has more bandwidth to work with, helping it hold up in memory-heavy games.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5070 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 5070 Ti leads
For gpu & performance, the verdict is easy: the RTX 5070 Ti leads, and not by a little. The RTX 5070 Ti wins here with 24% 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. Anyone shopping mainly on gpu & performance should start with the RTX 5070 Ti.
FP32 compute
RTX 4070 Super: 35.5 TFLOPS RTX 5070 Ti: 43.9 TFLOPS The RTX 5070 Ti has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
Shader units
RTX 4070 Super: 7,168 RTX 5070 Ti: 8,960 Treat shader count as a strong hint about performance tier, then check benchmarks for the games you actually play.
Memory
RTX 5070 Ti leads
The RTX 5070 Ti clearly takes the memory round. The RTX 5070 Ti comes with 4 GB more VRAM. More VRAM lets the card hold higher-resolution textures and bigger scenes without stutter. That makes the RTX 5070 Ti the natural choice for buyers focused on memory.
VRAM
RTX 4070 Super: 12 GB RTX 5070 Ti: 16 GB Newer games tend to ask for more video memory, so the RTX 5070 Ti’s extra VRAM helps the card age better.
Memory bandwidth
RTX 4070 Super: 504 GB/s RTX 5070 Ti: 896 GB/s Bandwidth needs vary by architecture, so compare it alongside VRAM and cache rather than on its own.
Features
For features, the differences are in the specifics (component names and types), so the table is the place to look.
Power & Thermals
RTX 4070 Super leads
This is one of the RTX 4070 Super’s strongest areas. On power & thermals, the RTX 5070 Ti falls well short. On the RTX 4070 Super, you get 80 W lower board power. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the RTX 5070 Ti’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed. The takeaway: on power & thermals, the RTX 4070 Super is the stronger card.
Total board power
RTX 4070 Super: 220 W RTX 5070 Ti: 300 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 5070 Ti: 750 W Recommendations include a safety margin for the rest of the system, so they’re a guide rather than a hard limit.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| GPU die | AD104 | GB203 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 7,168 | 8,960 (winner) Most shader units |
| Ray tracing units | 56 | 70 (winner) Most ray tracing units |
| Base clock | 1,980 MHz | 2,295 MHz (winner) |
| Boost clock | 2,475 MHz | 2,452 MHz |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 35.5 TFLOPS | 43.9 TFLOPS (winner) |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 16 GB (winner) |
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory bus | 192-bit | 256-bit (winner) |
| Memory bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 896 GB/s (winner) Most memory bandwidth |
Features
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5070 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 x16 |
Power & Thermals
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 220 W (winner) | 300 W |
| Recommended PSU | 650 W (winner) | 750 W |
| Power connector | 1x 16-pin (12VHPWR) | N/A (not specified) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 Super | RTX 5070 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 5070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $599 (winner) | $749 |
“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
You pay $150 extra for the RTX 5070 Ti at launch prices, a difference of 25%. Spending the extra $150 on the RTX 5070 Ti gets you 4 GB more VRAM and 24% more theoretical FP32 compute over the RTX 4070 Super.
Launch prices in the US as of February 2025; street prices move, so check before you buy.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 4070 Super if…
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (220 W vs 300 W)
- you want to keep your current power supply (650 W vs 750 W recommended PSU)
- you’d put the $150 saving toward something else
Choose the RTX 5070 Ti if…
- you want more video memory for the years ahead (16 GB vs 12 GB)
- you run compute-heavy work alongside gaming (43.9 TFLOPS vs 35.5 TFLOPS FP32)
- you want more raw GPU hardware (8,960 vs 7,168 shader units)
- you want more memory bandwidth (896 GB/s vs 504 GB/s)
- you’d rather start with the later of the two generations
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the RTX 4070 Super or the RTX 5070 Ti?
For most people, the RTX 5070 Ti is the stronger choice, unless you care more about 80 W lower board power than anything else.
Is the RTX 5070 Ti worth it over the RTX 4070 Super?
The RTX 5070 Ti makes a solid case for upgrading, with 4 GB more VRAM, 24% more theoretical FP32 compute and 25% more shader units over the RTX 4070 Super.
Which is faster, the RTX 4070 Super or the RTX 5070 Ti?
The RTX 5070 Ti should be the quicker of the two, with 24% more theoretical FP32 compute and 25% more shader units on its side.
Is the RTX 4070 Super cheaper than the RTX 5070 Ti?
The RTX 4070 Super is the cheaper option, launching at $150 less than the RTX 5070 Ti (launch prices as of February 2025).
Executive Summary
The RTX 4070 Super and the RTX 5070 Ti share a family name, so let me focus on what doesn’t match. Start with the headline difference (the RTX 5070 Ti has 4 GB more VRAM), and a lot of the decision falls into place. A second point goes to the RTX 5070 Ti for 24% more theoretical FP32 compute. The RTX 4070 Super isn’t without merit: 80 W lower board power is a real advantage.
If your days lean on power & thermals, I’d pick the RTX 4070 Super; if they lean on gpu & performance, the RTX 5070 Ti.
My pick: I think most people will be happier with the RTX 5070 Ti, unless what you want most is 80 W lower board power.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.