RTX 5070 vs RTX 4070 Ti Super
The RTX 5070 and the RTX 4070 Ti Super come from the same family, which makes choosing between them trickier than it looks. This one has a front-runner. The RTX 4070 Ti Super wins 2 of 3 compared areas, and gpu & performance is where the difference is hardest to miss. Keep the price gap in mind throughout: $250 separates the RTX 5070 from the RTX 4070 Ti Super at launch.
At a glance
- GPU & Performance RTX 4070 Ti Super wins
- Memory RTX 4070 Ti Super wins
- Power & Thermals RTX 5070 wins
- Price RTX 5070 wins
- GPU & Performance5.0
- Memory4.5
- Power & Thermals4.7
- 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 43% more theoretical FP32 compute
When it comes to fp32 compute, the RTX 4070 Ti Super wins comfortably with 44.1 TFLOPS against 30.9 TFLOPS. The RTX 4070 Ti Super has more theoretical compute, which often, but not always, translates into higher frame rates.
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The RTX 4070 Ti Super has 4 GB more VRAM
It’s a lopsided result (16 GB for the RTX 4070 Ti Super, 12 GB for the RTX 5070) 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 4070 Ti Super has 38% more shader units
The spread here is large: 8,448 on the RTX 4070 Ti Super versus 6,144 on the RTX 5070. Expect to notice it. 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 Ti Super has 38% more ray tracing units
Of all the specs we compared, this is one where the RTX 4070 Ti Super makes its strongest case: 66 against 48. Ray tracing units differ between generations and brands, so the count matters most within the same family.
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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. Lower board power means less heat, quieter cooling and a smaller impact on your electricity bill.
Design & Size
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.53 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b | N/A (not specified) |
GPU & Performance
RTX 4070 Ti Super leads
When it comes to gpu & performance, the RTX 4070 Ti Super is comfortably ahead. The RTX 4070 Ti Super makes its case with 43% 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. If this section decides it for you, choose the RTX 4070 Ti Super.
FP32 compute
RTX 5070: 30.9 TFLOPS RTX 4070 Ti Super: 44.1 TFLOPS Architectures use their compute differently, so treat the gap as a guide and look at game benchmarks for the details.
Shader units
RTX 5070: 6,144 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
If memory is high on your list, the RTX 4070 Ti Super makes the stronger case by a wide margin. On the RTX 4070 Ti Super, you get 4 GB more VRAM. More VRAM lets the card hold higher-resolution textures and bigger scenes without stutter. So if memory tops your list, lean toward the RTX 4070 Ti Super.
VRAM
RTX 5070: 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 bus
RTX 5070: 192-bit RTX 4070 Ti Super: 256-bit The RTX 4070 Ti Super’s wider bus supports higher bandwidth, which helps most at high resolutions.
Features
On features, the useful details are the names in the table: what each one uses, not a figure we can rank.
Power & Thermals
RTX 5070 leads
By a small margin, the RTX 5070 is the stronger of the two in this area. The RTX 5070 comes with 35 W lower board power. The RTX 5070 draws less power, which makes it easier to cool in compact cases. Bottom line for power & thermals: the RTX 5070 has the edge.
Total board power
RTX 5070: 250 W RTX 4070 Ti Super: 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.
Recommended PSU
RTX 5070: 650 W RTX 4070 Ti Super: 700 W With the RTX 5070, you’re more likely to keep your existing power supply, which can save real money.
Full Specifications
GPU & Performance
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Blackwell | Ada Lovelace |
| GPU die | GB205 | AD103 |
| Process | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| Shader units | 6,144 | 8,448 (winner) |
| Ray tracing units | 48 | 66 (winner) |
| Base clock | 2,325 MHz | 2,340 MHz Highest base clock |
| Boost clock | 2,512 MHz | 2,610 MHz (winner) |
| FP32 computeTheoretical peak; AMD counts dual-issue, so compare within a brand only | 30.9 TFLOPS | 44.1 TFLOPS (winner) |
Memory
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 16 GB (winner) |
| Memory type | GDDR7 | GDDR6X |
| Memory bus | 192-bit | 256-bit (winner) |
| Memory bandwidth | 672 GB/s | 672 GB/s |
Features
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling | DLSS 4 Super Resolution | DLSS Super Resolution |
| Frame generation | DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation (up to 4x) | DLSS Frame Generation (2x) |
| PCIe interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
Power & Thermals
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Total board power | 250 W (winner) | 285 W |
| Recommended PSU | 650 W (winner) | 700 W |
| Power connector | 1x 16-pin (12V-2x6) | N/A (not specified) |
Size & Connectivity
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Reference card length | 9.53 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Slot width | 2 slots | N/A (not specified) |
| Display outputs | 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, 1x HDMI 2.1b | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | RTX 5070 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price (MSRP) | $549 (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
A launch price gap of 46% is hard to ignore, and in this case it amounts to $250 in favor of the RTX 5070. The RTX 4070 Ti Super justifies part of its $250 premium with 43% more theoretical FP32 compute and 4 GB more VRAM.
All prices are official US launch prices, last checked March 2025. Actual prices at stores may differ.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the RTX 5070 if…
- you care about your power bill and a quieter case (250 W vs 285 W)
- you want to keep your current power supply (650 W vs 700 W recommended PSU)
- you want the lower price and can live with the trade-offs ($250 less)
- you find that the improvements in the RTX 5070 match what you need
Choose the RTX 4070 Ti Super if…
- you want more theoretical compute (44.1 TFLOPS vs 30.9 TFLOPS)
- you want more video memory for the years ahead (16 GB vs 12 GB)
- you want more shader units working on every frame (8,448 vs 6,144)
- you play with ray tracing switched on (66 vs 48 RT units)
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the RTX 5070 or the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
We’d point most buyers to the RTX 4070 Ti Super. The main exception is if your top priority is 35 W lower board power.
Should I upgrade from the RTX 4070 Ti Super to the RTX 5070?
For most owners, it’s a meaningful step. The RTX 5070 brings 35 W lower board power and a smaller 650 W PSU requirement over the RTX 4070 Ti Super.
Which is faster, the RTX 5070 or the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
The RTX 4070 Ti Super has the edge in performance thanks to 43% more theoretical FP32 compute and 38% more shader units.
Which costs less, the RTX 5070 or the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
The RTX 4070 Ti Super launched at $250 more than the RTX 5070, based on prices as of March 2025.
Executive Summary
I spent more time than I’d like to admit on the spec sheets of the RTX 5070 and the RTX 4070 Ti Super. Start with the headline difference (the RTX 4070 Ti Super has 43% more theoretical FP32 compute), and a lot of the decision falls into place. Another thing in the RTX 4070 Ti Super’s favor is 4 GB more VRAM. Still, if you care most about 35 W lower board power, the RTX 5070 deserves a look.
Who should get which? The RTX 5070 for power & thermals, the RTX 4070 Ti Super for gpu & performance.
My pick: the RTX 4070 Ti Super, though the RTX 5070 makes sense if you know that 35 W lower board power would make a real difference in your routine.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.