RTX 4070 vs RTX 4070 Ti Super
Choosing within a single family usually comes down to a handful of specs, and the RTX 4070 versus the RTX 4070 Ti Super is no exception. Across 3 compared areas, the RTX 4070 Ti Super takes 2. The widest gap shows up under gpu & performance. Price is part of the story too: the RTX 4070 launched at $200 less than the RTX 4070 Ti Super.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 4070 Ti Super wins
- Memory RTX 4070 Ti Super wins
- Power & Thermals RTX 4070 wins
- Price RTX 4070 wins
- GPU & Performance4.6
- Memory3.6
- Power & Thermals7.0
- GPU & Performance8.7
- Memory7.7
- Power & Thermals2.3
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 Super has 52% more theoretical FP32 compute
Big gap, real consequences. The RTX 4070 Ti Super’s 44.1 TFLOPS versus the RTX 4070’s 29.1 TFLOPS changes how the two compare in daily use. 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 Ti Super has 4 GB more VRAM
The RTX 4070 is clearly behind on vram (12 GB against 16 GB), and that’s one of its biggest weak spots in this matchup. 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 Ti Super has 43% more shader units
On this line of the spec sheet, the RTX 4070 Ti Super is in a different league: 8,448, next to 5,888 for the RTX 4070. The RTX 4070 Ti 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 4070 has 85 W lower board power
For total board power, the RTX 4070 leads by a wide margin: 200 W versus 285 W. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the RTX 4070 Ti Super’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed.
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The RTX 4070 Ti Super has 33% more memory bandwidth
This is a headline difference. With 672 GB/s to the RTX 4070’s 504 GB/s, the RTX 4070 Ti Super has a lead that’s easy to see on paper and in practice. The RTX 4070 Ti Super has more bandwidth to work with, helping it hold up in memory-heavy games.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ti Super leads
The RTX 4070 Ti Super wins the gpu & performance section decisively. The RTX 4070 Ti Super gives you 52% more theoretical FP32 compute. Architectures use their compute differently, so treat the gap as a guide and look at game benchmarks for the details. The takeaway: on gpu & performance, the RTX 4070 Ti Super is the stronger card.
FP32 compute
RTX 4070: 29.1 TFLOPS RTX 4070 Ti Super: 44.1 TFLOPS The RTX 4070 Ti Super has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
Shader units
RTX 4070: 5,888 RTX 4070 Ti Super: 8,448 Treat shader count as a strong hint about performance tier, then check benchmarks for the games you actually play.
Memory
RTX 4070 Ti Super leads
No contest in memory: the RTX 4070 Ti Super is the stronger of the two. The RTX 4070 Ti Super makes its case with 4 GB more VRAM. More VRAM lets the card hold higher-resolution textures and bigger scenes without stutter. Weighing only memory, the RTX 4070 Ti Super comes out ahead.
VRAM
RTX 4070: 12 GB RTX 4070 Ti Super: 16 GB Newer games tend to ask for more video memory, so the RTX 4070 Ti Super’s extra VRAM helps the card age better.
Memory bandwidth
RTX 4070: 504 GB/s RTX 4070 Ti Super: 672 GB/s Memory bandwidth decides how quickly the GPU can feed itself with data, which matters most at 1440p and 4K.
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
For power & thermals, the verdict is easy: the RTX 4070 leads, and not by a little. The RTX 4070 stands out with 85 W lower board power. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill. In short, the RTX 4070 is the better-equipped card for power & thermals.
Total board power
RTX 4070: 200 W RTX 4070 Ti Super: 285 W The RTX 4070 draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases.
Recommended PSU
RTX 4070: 650 W RTX 4070 Ti Super: 700 W With the RTX 4070, you’re more likely to keep your existing power supply, which can save real money.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| GPU die | AD104 | AD103 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 5,888 | 8,448 (winner) |
| Ray tracing units | 46 | 66 (winner) |
| Base clock | 1,920 MHz | 2,340 MHz (winner) Highest base clock |
| Boost clock | 2,475 MHz | 2,610 MHz (winner) |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 29.1 TFLOPS | 44.1 TFLOPS (winner) |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 16 GB (winner) |
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR6X |
| Memory bus | 192-bit | 256-bit (winner) |
| Memory bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 672 GB/s (winner) |
Features
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Ti 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 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 200 W (winner) | 285 W |
| Recommended PSU | 650 W (winner) | 700 W |
| Power connector | 1x 16-pin (12VHPWR) | N/A (not specified) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $599 (winner) | $799 |
“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 price gap is wide: $200 at launch, which is 33% of difference between the RTX 4070 and the RTX 4070 Ti Super. For $200 more, the RTX 4070 Ti Super adds 52% more theoretical FP32 compute and 4 GB more VRAM. Whether that’s good value depends on how much you need those upgrades.
Prices shown are US launch prices as of January 2024. Retail prices change often, so it’s worth checking current offers.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 4070 if…
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (200 W vs 285 W)
- you want to keep your current power supply (650 W vs 700 W recommended PSU)
- you’re working to a firm budget and $200 matters
Choose the RTX 4070 Ti Super if…
- you want more theoretical compute (44.1 TFLOPS vs 29.1 TFLOPS)
- you play at high resolutions with high-quality textures (16 GB vs 12 GB VRAM)
- you want more shader units working on every frame (8,448 vs 5,888)
- you game at high resolutions where bandwidth matters (672 GB/s vs 504 GB/s)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
The RTX 4070 Ti Super makes more sense overall. Consider the alternative only if you care more about 85 W lower board power than anything else.
Does the RTX 4070 perform better than the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
The RTX 4070 Ti Super has the edge in performance thanks to 52% more theoretical FP32 compute and 43% more shader units.
Which costs less, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
At launch, the RTX 4070 undercut the RTX 4070 Ti Super by $200. These figures are as of January 2024, and street prices can change.
Executive Summary
The RTX 4070 and the RTX 4070 Ti Super sit next to each other in the same lineup. Here’s my honest read on which one makes more sense. The RTX 4070 Ti Super has 52% more theoretical FP32 compute, and for most people that’s not a small thing. Plus, the RTX 4070 Ti Super gets 4 GB more VRAM, which I wouldn’t overlook. On the other side, the RTX 4070 brings 85 W lower board power, and I wouldn’t dismiss that.
I’d match them like this: power & thermals to the RTX 4070, gpu & performance to the RTX 4070 Ti Super.
My pick: the RTX 4070 Ti Super gets my vote, but the RTX 4070 is the right call if you’d trade the rest for 85 W lower board power.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.