RTX 4070 Ti vs RTX 5070
If the RTX 4070 Ti and the RTX 5070 look alike to you, that’s by design: they belong to the same family. The details below are where they part ways. Where the RTX 4070 Ti shines on gpu & performance, the RTX 5070 counters on memory. The RTX 5070 launched $250 lower than the RTX 4070 Ti, so every advantage on the pricier side has to earn its keep.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 4070 Ti wins
- Memory RTX 5070 wins
- Power & Thermals RTX 5070 wins
- Price RTX 5070 wins
- GPU & Performance7.5
- Memory3.6
- Power & Thermals2.3
- GPU & Performance5.0
- Memory4.5
- Power & Thermals4.7
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 Ti has 30% more theoretical FP32 compute
This is one of the widest gaps in the whole comparison: 40.1 TFLOPS for the RTX 4070 Ti versus 30.9 TFLOPS for the RTX 5070. The RTX 4070 Ti has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
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The RTX 4070 Ti has 25% more shader units
The RTX 5070 lists 6,144; the RTX 4070 Ti comes in at 7,680. That’s not a rounding error. The RTX 4070 Ti’s extra shaders give it more raw muscle, although comparisons across different architectures aren’t one-to-one.
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The RTX 5070 has 33% more memory bandwidth
At 672 GB/s versus 504 GB/s, this is a decisive lead for the RTX 5070, the kind of difference you notice without looking for it. Memory bandwidth decides how quickly the GPU can feed itself with data, which matters most at 1440p and 4K.
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The RTX 4070 Ti has 25% more ray tracing units
If ray tracing units is one of your priorities, this settles it: the RTX 4070 Ti leads clearly with 60 to the RTX 5070’s 48. More ray tracing units help keep frame rates up when ray-traced lighting, shadows and reflections are switched on.
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The RTX 5070 has 35 W lower board power
It’s a small lead (250 W versus 285 W), but it’s real, and it goes to the RTX 5070. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the RTX 4070 Ti’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | N/A (not specified) | 9.53 in |
| Slot width | N/A (not specified) | 2 slots |
| Display outputs | N/A (not specified) | 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b |
GPU & Performance
RTX 4070 Ti leads
Look at the gpu & performance table and one name keeps coming out on top: the RTX 4070 Ti. The RTX 4070 Ti brings 30% more theoretical FP32 compute. Architectures use their compute differently, so treat the gap as a guide and look at game benchmarks for the details. Net result: the RTX 4070 Ti leads this part of the comparison.
FP32 compute
RTX 4070 Ti: 40.1 TFLOPS RTX 5070: 30.9 TFLOPS FP32 compute is a theoretical peak that combines shader count and clock speed, a quick way to size up raw power.
Shader units
RTX 4070 Ti: 7,680 RTX 5070: 6,144 Treat shader count as a strong hint about performance tier, then check benchmarks for the games you actually play.
Memory
RTX 5070 leads
The RTX 4070 Ti is outclassed on memory; the RTX 5070 leads by a clear margin. Here the RTX 5070 offers 33% more memory bandwidth. The RTX 5070 has more bandwidth to work with, helping it hold up in memory-heavy games. If memory is your priority, the RTX 5070 is the card to pick.
Memory bandwidth
RTX 4070 Ti: 504 GB/s RTX 5070: 672 GB/s Bandwidth needs vary by architecture, so compare it alongside VRAM and cache rather than on its own.
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 5070 leads
On power & thermals, the RTX 5070 comes out slightly ahead. In its favor, the RTX 5070 has 35 W lower board power. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill. For anyone who cares most about power & thermals, the RTX 5070 is the safer choice.
Total board power
RTX 4070 Ti: 285 W RTX 5070: 250 W The RTX 5070 draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases.
Recommended PSU
RTX 4070 Ti: 700 W RTX 5070: 650 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 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| GPU die | AD104 | GB205 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 7,680 (winner) | 6,144 |
| Ray tracing units | 60 (winner) | 48 |
| Base clock | 2,310 MHz | 2,325 MHz |
| Boost clock | 2,610 MHz (winner) | 2,512 MHz |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 40.1 TFLOPS (winner) | 30.9 TFLOPS |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 4070 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory bus | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 672 GB/s (winner) |
Features
| Spec | RTX 4070 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 285 W | 250 W (winner) |
| Recommended PSU | 700 W | 650 W (winner) |
| Power connector | N/A (not specified) | 1x 16-pin (12V-2x6) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | N/A (not specified) | 9.53 in |
| Slot width | N/A (not specified) | 2 slots |
| Display outputs | N/A (not specified) | 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b |
Price
| Spec | RTX 4070 Ti | RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $799 | $549 (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
The RTX 4070 Ti asked for $250 more at launch. That gap of 46% has to be justified by the specs. The $250 difference buys some advantages, not all of them, so weigh the areas you actually care about.
Based on US launch pricing as of March 2025. Deals and regional pricing can change the picture.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 4070 Ti if…
- you run compute-heavy work alongside gaming (40.1 TFLOPS vs 30.9 TFLOPS FP32)
- you want more raw GPU hardware (7,680 vs 6,144 shader units)
- you want more dedicated ray tracing hardware (60 vs 48)
- you care about peak clock speed (2,610 MHz vs 2,512 MHz boost)
Choose the RTX 5070 if…
- you game at high resolutions where bandwidth matters (672 GB/s vs 504 GB/s)
- you want lower power draw and less heat (250 W vs 285 W board power)
- you’re building on a modest power supply (650 W vs 700 W)
- you want more value for your money ($250 less at launch)
- you plan to keep it for a long time and want to start from the newer generation
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the RTX 4070 Ti or the RTX 5070?
If value matters, the RTX 5070 is the smarter buy: it costs $250 less than the RTX 4070 Ti at launch.
Is the RTX 5070 worth it over the RTX 4070 Ti?
It’s one of the more worthwhile generational jumps: the RTX 5070 offers 33% more memory bandwidth, 35 W lower board power and a smaller 650 W PSU requirement compared with the RTX 4070 Ti.
Does the RTX 4070 Ti perform better than the RTX 5070?
The RTX 4070 Ti should be the quicker of the two, with 30% more theoretical FP32 compute and 25% more shader units on its side.
Is the RTX 4070 Ti cheaper than the RTX 5070?
Going by launch prices, the RTX 5070 costs $250 less than the RTX 4070 Ti. Prices as of March 2025; current offers may differ.
Executive Summary
I get why people hesitate between the RTX 4070 Ti and the RTX 5070. On the surface, they look like two versions of the same idea. The RTX 5070 earns my vote first and foremost with 33% more memory bandwidth. There’s a bonus as well: the RTX 5070 has 35 W lower board power. The RTX 4070 Ti has a trump card of its own in 30% more theoretical FP32 compute.
Match the strength to your habits (gpu & performance for the RTX 4070 Ti, memory for the RTX 5070), and you won’t go far wrong.
My pick: the RTX 5070, with the RTX 4070 Ti only for people who’d use every extra it offers.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.