RTX 4070 vs RTX 4070 Ti
Picking between two members of one lineup is less about brand and more about the specs that differ. For the RTX 4070 and the RTX 4070 Ti, those differences are what this page maps out. Across 3 compared areas, the RTX 4070 Ti takes 1. The widest gap shows up under gpu & performance. Add $200 of difference in launch price, and the RTX 4070 has a strong argument before a single spec is compared.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 4070 Ti wins
- Memory Tie
- Power & Thermals RTX 4070 wins
- Price RTX 4070 wins
- GPU & Performance4.6
- Memory3.6
- Power & Thermals7.0
- GPU & Performance7.5
- Memory3.6
- 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 has 38% more theoretical FP32 compute
If fp32 compute is one of your priorities, this settles it: the RTX 4070 Ti leads clearly with 40.1 TFLOPS to the RTX 4070’s 29.1 TFLOPS. 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 has 85 W lower board power
The numbers aren’t close. The RTX 4070 lists 200 W for total board power, while the RTX 4070 Ti lists 285 W. Higher board power often comes with higher performance, so the RTX 4070 Ti’s appetite may be part of the price of its speed.
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The RTX 4070 Ti has 30% more shader units
A clear win for the RTX 4070 Ti: 7,680 against 5,888. Few specs in this matchup are as one-sided. 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 Ti has 30% more ray tracing units
Here the RTX 4070 Ti pulls well ahead of the RTX 4070, with 60 compared to 46. Ray tracing units differ between generations and brands, so the count matters most within the same family.
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The RTX 4070 Ti has
The RTX 4070 Ti doesn’t just edge this one; 2,310 MHz against 1,920 MHz is a lead you’ll feel. On its own, base clock rarely decides performance; boost clock and shader count matter more.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 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 Ti leads
Here the RTX 4070 Ti opens up one of its biggest leads in the comparison. In its favor, the RTX 4070 Ti has 38% 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. So if gpu & performance tops your list, lean toward the RTX 4070 Ti.
FP32 compute
RTX 4070: 29.1 TFLOPS RTX 4070 Ti: 40.1 TFLOPS The RTX 4070 Ti has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
Shader units
RTX 4070: 5,888 RTX 4070 Ti: 7,680 The RTX 4070 Ti’s extra shaders give it more raw muscle, although comparisons across different architectures aren’t one-to-one.
Memory
Too close to call
Swap one for the other and you’d lose nothing on memory. Don’t let memory decide this one; look at the other sections instead.
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
The power & thermals numbers point firmly in one direction: toward the RTX 4070. The RTX 4070 answers with 85 W lower board power. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill. The takeaway: on power & thermals, the RTX 4070 is the stronger card.
Total board power
RTX 4070: 200 W RTX 4070 Ti: 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: 700 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 | RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| GPU die | AD104 | AD104 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 5,888 | 7,680 (winner) |
| Ray tracing units | 46 | 60 (winner) |
| Base clock | 1,920 MHz | 2,310 MHz (winner) |
| 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 | 40.1 TFLOPS (winner) |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 4070 | RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
You pay $200 extra for the RTX 4070 Ti at launch prices, a difference of 33%. That $200 gap does buy something tangible: 38% more theoretical FP32 compute and 30% more shader units.
Launch prices (US) as of April 2023. Discounts and bundles come and go, so compare current prices before buying.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 4070 if…
- you want lower power draw and less heat (200 W vs 285 W board power)
- you’re building on a modest power supply (650 W vs 700 W)
- you want the lower price and can live with the trade-offs ($200 less)
Choose the RTX 4070 Ti if…
- you run compute-heavy work alongside gaming (40.1 TFLOPS vs 29.1 TFLOPS FP32)
- you want more shader units working on every frame (7,680 vs 5,888)
- you want more dedicated ray tracing hardware (60 vs 46)
- you want the higher guaranteed base clock (2,310 MHz vs 1,920 MHz)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Ti?
The RTX 4070 offers better value, saving $200 compared with the RTX 4070 Ti.
Which is faster, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Ti?
Going by the specs, the RTX 4070 Ti comes out ahead: it offers 38% more theoretical FP32 compute and 30% more shader units.
Which costs less, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Ti?
The RTX 4070 is the cheaper option, launching at $200 less than the RTX 4070 Ti (launch prices as of April 2023).
Executive Summary
If you’ve settled on this lineup, the RTX 4070 or the RTX 4070 Ti is the last call to make. Here’s mine. The RTX 4070 earns my vote first and foremost with 85 W lower board power. To be fair, the RTX 4070 Ti has 38% more theoretical FP32 compute, and that’s not nothing.
Who should get which? The RTX 4070 for power & thermals, the RTX 4070 Ti for gpu & performance.
My pick: if it were my money, the RTX 4070, and the $200 would go somewhere more useful.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.