GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER vs GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
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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 Ti SUPER
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Why is GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER better than GeForce RTX 3070?
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER represents a significant generational upgrade over the popular GeForce RTX 3070, offering nearly double the performance in many modern titles. While the RTX 3070 remains a very capable card for 1080p and mid-range 1440p gaming, the 4070 Ti SUPER moves the bar to high-refresh 1440p and competitive 4K. With its 16GB of GDDR6X VRAM—double the 8GB found on the 3070—the newer card is far better equipped to handle the high-resolution textures of upcoming AAA games.
A major technical advantage for the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is its Ada Lovelace architecture, which enables DLSS 3 Frame Generation. This technology provides a level of smoothness that the 30-series card cannot match, especially in demanding games with ray tracing enabled. The 4070 Ti SUPER also features a wider 256-bit memory bus (compared to the 256-bit bus of the 3070, but with much faster memory and L2 cache), providing the bandwidth necessary for premium 4K experiences. It is also more power-efficient relative to the massive performance jump it provides.
For owners of an RTX 3070 looking for their next big upgrade, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the definitive choice. It solves the 8GB VRAM limitation that is starting to affect the 3070 in modern games and adds the latest AI-driven technologies to ensure longevity. The RTX 3070 is still a great second-hand value, but the 4070 Ti SUPER is the clear winner for anyone who wants to experience modern gaming at its absolute best settings and resolutions.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 43.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3070.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+43.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-43.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (310mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $800 for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, it costs 75% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 178.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+178.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800) | ✅More affordable ($200) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER and GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2340 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 8448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 66 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,828 points. Launch price was $799.
GeForce RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER scores 31,828 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER leads by 43.6%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 8,448 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 44.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 1725 MHz. Ray tracing: 66 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 3070) with 264 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,828+44% | 22,172 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 8448+43% | 5888 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 44.1 TFLOPS+117% | 20.31 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2610 MHz+51% | 1725 MHz |
| ROPs | 96 | 96 |
| TMUs | 264+43% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 8.3 MB+43% | 5.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+1100% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 66+43% | 46 |
| Tensor Cores | 264+43% | 184 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 3070 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER supports the newer DLSS 3.5 (including Frame Gen/Ray Reconstruction), whereas the GeForce RTX 3070 is capped at DLSS 2.0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) — a 50% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s+50% | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+1100% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Dual) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen (Dual) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 25.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 310mm vs 242mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 220W-23% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 650W-13% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 310mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 72°C-4% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 111.7+11% | 100.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 75% less ($600 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 178.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799 | $499-38% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800 | $200-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.8 | 110.9+179% |
| Codename | AD103 | GA104 |
| Release | January 8 2024 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #10 | #63 |
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