GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 4090 D

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

#35

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti

MSRP: $150|Avg: $77

111%

#36

Radeon RX 6400

MSRP: $159|Avg: $139

111%

#37

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

MSRP: $599|Avg: $330

111%

#38

Arc A750

MSRP: $289|Avg: $229

110%

#39

Radeon RX 6800

MSRP: $579|Avg: $370

109%

#40

GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

MSRP: $329|Avg: $280

109%

#41

Radeon RX 6750 XT

MSRP: $549|Avg: $320

108%

#42

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

MSRP: $799|Avg: $590

107%

#43

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

106%

#44

GeForce RTX 5070

MSRP: $549|Avg: $550

105%

#45

Radeon RX 7600 XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $330

105%

#46

GeForce RTX 2050

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

103%

#47

GeForce RTX 3080

MSRP: $699|Avg: $400

103%

#48

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB

MSRP: $499|Avg: $449

101%

#49

Radeon RX 7900 GRE

MSRP: $549|Avg: $540

101%

#50

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

MSRP: $599|Avg: $600

100%

#51

Radeon RX 7800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $490

99%

#52

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

MSRP: $329|Avg: $340

99%

#53

GeForce RTX 4070

MSRP: $599|Avg: $550

98%

#54

Radeon RX 7650 GRE

MSRP: $279|Avg: $380

97%

#55

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

MSRP: $470|Avg: $120

97%

#56

Arc A770

MSRP: $349|Avg: $280

95%

#57

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB

MSRP: $289|Avg: $423

95%

#58

Arc A380

MSRP: $149|Avg: $119

93%

#59

Radeon RX 9070

MSRP: $549|Avg: $550

92%

#60

Radeon RX 7900 XT

MSRP: $899|Avg: $630

92%

#61

GeForce RTX 4080

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $800

82%

#62

Arc A310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

81%

#63

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

MSRP: $799|Avg: $800

80%

#64

Radeon RX 9070 XT

MSRP: $599|Avg: $700

77%

#65

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

MSRP: $749|Avg: $850

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (24 GB vs 12 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (24 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (304mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $600 versus $1,599 for the GeForce RTX 4090 D, it costs 62% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 159.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+159.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($600)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4090 D Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER and GeForce RTX 4090 D

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1980 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 7168 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 56 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,958 points. Launch price was $599.

GeForce RTX 4090 D

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 28 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2280 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 14592 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 425W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 114 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,725 points. Launch price was $1,599.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER scores 29,958 and the GeForce RTX 4090 D reaches 30,725 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4090 D uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 7,168 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 14,592 (GeForce RTX 4090 D). Raw compute: 35.48 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 73.54 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090 D). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 2520 MHz. Ray tracing: 56 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 114 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) with 224 Tensor cores vs 456.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
G3D Mark Score	29,958	30,725+3%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	7168	14592+104%
Compute (TFLOPS)	35.48 TFLOPS	73.54 TFLOPS+107%
Boost Clock	2475 MHz	2520 MHz+2%
ROPs	80	176+120%
TMUs	224	456+104%
L1 Cache	7 MB	14.3 MB+104%
L2 Cache	48 MB	72 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	56	114+104%
Tensor Cores	224	456+104%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smoothen motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5	DLSS 3.5
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.0 (Native)	DLSS 3.0 (Native)
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4090 D has 24 GB. The GeForce RTX 4090 D offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090 D) — a 100% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D. Bus width: 192-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090 D) — the GeForce RTX 4090 D has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	24 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	504 GB/s	1008 GB/s+100%
Bus Width	192-bit	384-bit+100%
L2 Cache	48 MB	72 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4090 D). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 2x NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4090 D). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4090 D).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	2x NVENC (8th Gen)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	NVDEC (5th Gen)
Codecs	AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC	H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 4090 D's 425W — a 63.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 850W (GeForce RTX 4090 D). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin. Card length: 245mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 78°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090 D
TDP	220W-48%	425W
Recommended PSU	650W-24%	850W
Power Connector	16-pin (12VHPWR)	16-pin
Length	245mm	304mm
Height	111mm	137mm
Slots	2-33%	3
Temp (Load)	70°C-10%	78°C
Perf/Watt	136.2+88%	72.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the GeForce RTX 4090 D launched at $1599. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2023).