GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs L40
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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
Performance Per Dollar L40
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The L40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (48 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 Ti.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $590 versus $8,174 for the L40, it costs 93% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1241.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1241.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($590) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,174) |
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 and L40
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 7680 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,578 points. Launch price was $799.
L40
The L40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 2490 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 32,601 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti scores 31,578 and the L40 reaches 32,601 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the L40 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 4 nm process. Shader units: 7,680 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 18,176 (L40). Raw compute: 40.09 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 90.52 TFLOPS (L40). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 2490 MHz. Ray tracing: 60 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 142 (L40) with 240 Tensor cores vs 568.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,578 | 32,601+3% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 7680 | 18176+137% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 40.09 TFLOPS | 90.52 TFLOPS+126% |
| Boost Clock | 2610 MHz+5% | 2490 MHz |
| ROPs | 80 | 192+140% |
| TMUs | 240 | 568+137% |
| L1 Cache | 7.5 MB | 17.8 MB+137% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 96 MB+100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 60 | 142+137% |
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 568+137% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 L40 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The L40 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the L40 has 48 GB. The L40 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 960 GB/s (L40) — a 90.5% advantage for the L40. Bus width: 192-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 96 MB (L40) — the L40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 48 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s | 960 GB/s+90% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 384-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 96 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 12.2 (L40). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L40). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (8th Gen) | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti draws 285W versus the L40's 300W — a 5.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 750W (L40). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 285mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W-5% | 300W |
| Recommended PSU | 700W-7% | 750W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 16-pin |
| Length | 285mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-13% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 110.8+2% | 108.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $590, while the L40 launched at $31000 and now averages $8174. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti costs 92.8% less ($7584 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 53.5 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 4.0 (L40) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 1237.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799-97% | $31000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $590-93% | $8174 |
| Performance per Dollar | 53.5+1238% | 4.0 |
| Codename | AD104 | AD102 |
| Release | January 3 2023 | October 13 2022 |
| Ranking | #11 | #61 |
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