GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5070
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About G3D Mark
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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 5070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 5070.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 5070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $550 versus $600 for the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, it costs 8% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 5.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600) | ✅More affordable ($550) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER and GeForce RTX 5070
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 5070
The GeForce RTX 5070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 4 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2325 MHz to 2512 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 28,854 points. Launch price was $549.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER scores 29,958 and the GeForce RTX 5070 reaches 28,854 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5070 uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 7,168 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 6,144 (GeForce RTX 5070). Raw compute: 35.48 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 30.87 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5070). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 2512 MHz. Ray tracing: 56 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 48 (GeForce RTX 5070) with 224 Tensor cores vs 192.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 29,958+4% | 28,854 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 7168+17% | 6144 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 35.48 TFLOPS+15% | 30.87 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz | 2512 MHz+1% |
| ROPs | 80 | 80 |
| TMUs | 224+17% | 192 |
| L1 Cache | 7 MB+17% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 56+17% | 48 |
| Tensor Cores | 224+17% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 5070 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce RTX 5070 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 12 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5070) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 672 GB/s+33% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5070). 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 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs NVENC (9th Gen) (GeForce RTX 5070). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC (6th Gen). Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5070).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC (9th Gen) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC (6th Gen) |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 5070's 250W — a 12.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 5070). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 245mm vs 245mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 72°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 220W-12% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 245mm | 245mm |
| Height | 111mm | 115mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-3% | 72°C |
| Perf/Watt | 136.2+18% | 115.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the GeForce RTX 5070 launched at $549 and now averages $550. The GeForce RTX 5070 costs 8.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.9 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 52.5 (GeForce RTX 5070) — the GeForce RTX 5070 offers 5.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 5070 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $549-8% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $600 | $550-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.9 | 52.5+5% |
| Codename | AD104 | GB205 |
| Release | January 8 2024 | March 4 2025 |
| Ranking | #18 | #22 |
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