RTX 4070 vs RTX 4070 Super
Same lineup, different priorities: the RTX 4070 and the RTX 4070 Super share a family name but not every spec. The RTX 4070 is up against it here: the RTX 4070 Super wins 1 of the 3 areas on our scorecard, with gpu & performance as its standout.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 4070 Super wins
- Memory Tie
- Power & Thermals RTX 4070 wins
- Price Tie
- GPU & Performance4.6
- Memory3.6
- Power & Thermals7.0
- GPU & Performance6.4
- Memory3.6
- Power & Thermals6.1
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 22% more theoretical FP32 compute
Few buyers will miss this one. The RTX 4070 Super brings 35.5 TFLOPS to the table; the RTX 4070 brings 29.1 TFLOPS. FP32 compute is a theoretical peak that combines shader count and clock speed, a quick way to size up raw power.
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The RTX 4070 Super has 22% more shader units
When it comes to shader units, the RTX 4070 Super wins comfortably with 7,168 against 5,888. 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 4070 Super has 22% more ray tracing units
It’s a lopsided result (56 for the RTX 4070 Super, 46 for the RTX 4070) and one of the main reasons to choose between them. 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 4070 has 20 W lower board power
A modest but measurable lead goes to the RTX 4070: 200 W compared with 220 W. 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
The RTX 4070 Super is slightly stronger on base clock. The gap, 1,980 MHz versus 1,920 MHz, won’t change your life, but it isn’t nothing. The base clock is the guaranteed minimum speed; in games, cards usually run well above it.
Design & Size
- RTX 4070 9.61 in × 2 slots
- RTX 4070 Super 9.61 in × 2 slots
Neither is the “big one” here; the RTX 4070 and the RTX 4070 Super are matched on size.
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.61 in | 9.61 in |
| Slot width | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1 | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1 |
GPU & Performance
RTX 4070 Super leads
Look at the gpu & performance table and one name keeps coming out on top: the RTX 4070 Super. Choose the RTX 4070 Super and you get 22% more theoretical FP32 compute. Architectures use their compute differently, so treat the gap as a guide and look at game benchmarks for the details. That makes the RTX 4070 Super the natural choice for buyers focused on gpu & performance.
FP32 compute
RTX 4070: 29.1 TFLOPS RTX 4070 Super: 35.5 TFLOPS The RTX 4070 Super has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
Shader units
RTX 4070: 5,888 RTX 4070 Super: 7,168 Treat shader count as a strong hint about performance tier, then check benchmarks for the games you actually play.
Memory
Too close to call
The memory section is even. Any gaps here are within the range you’d never notice. Either card will serve you equally well on memory.
Features
The features data here comes as names and types, not scores. Check the table to see what each one uses.
Power & Thermals
RTX 4070 leads
It’s a narrow one, but the power & thermals round goes to the RTX 4070. The RTX 4070 has the edge with 20 W lower board power. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill. So if power & thermals tops your list, lean toward the RTX 4070.
Total board power
RTX 4070: 200 W RTX 4070 Super: 220 W The RTX 4070 draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| GPU die | AD104 | AD104 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 5,888 | 7,168 (winner) |
| Ray tracing units | 46 | 56 (winner) |
| Base clock | 1,920 MHz | 1,980 MHz (winner) |
| Boost clock | 2,475 MHz | 2,475 MHz |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 29.1 TFLOPS | 35.5 TFLOPS (winner) |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR6X |
| Memory bus | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 504 GB/s |
Features
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling | DLSS Super Resolution | DLSS Super Resolution |
| Frame generation | DLSS Frame Generation (2x) | DLSS Frame Generation (2x) |
| PCIe interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
Power & Thermals
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 200 W (winner) | 220 W |
| Recommended PSU | 650 W | 650 W |
| Power connector | 1x 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 1x 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.61 in | 9.61 in |
| Slot width | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1 | 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1 |
Price
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $599 | $599 |
“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
With matching launch prices, you’re choosing purely on what each one offers.
Launch prices in the US as of January 2024; street prices move, so check before you buy.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 4070 if…
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (200 W vs 220 W)
Choose the RTX 4070 Super if…
- you run compute-heavy work alongside gaming (35.5 TFLOPS vs 29.1 TFLOPS FP32)
- you want more shader units working on every frame (7,168 vs 5,888)
- you play with ray tracing switched on (56 vs 46 RT units)
- you want the higher guaranteed base clock (1,980 MHz vs 1,920 MHz)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Super?
The RTX 4070 Super makes more sense overall. Consider the alternative only if you care more about 20 W lower board power than anything else.
Which is larger, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Super?
The RTX 4070 and the RTX 4070 Super are so close in size that you’d struggle to tell them apart on dimensions alone.
Does the RTX 4070 perform better than the RTX 4070 Super?
Going by the specs, the RTX 4070 Super comes out ahead: it offers 22% more theoretical FP32 compute and 22% more shader units.
Executive Summary
In-house decisions like the RTX 4070 versus the RTX 4070 Super are where I think it’s easiest to overspend or underspend. To me, the standout is that the RTX 4070 Super offers 22% more theoretical FP32 compute. Stack 22% more ray tracing units on top of that, and the RTX 4070 Super’s lead grows. The RTX 4070 does have a strong card to play: 20 W lower board power.
I’d match them like this: power & thermals to the RTX 4070, gpu & performance to the RTX 4070 Super.
My pick: the RTX 4070 Super. I’d only go for the RTX 4070 if what you want most is 20 W lower board power.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.