GeForce RTX 5070 vs GeForce RTX 4070 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 5070
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Why is GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER better than GeForce RTX 5070?
The comparison between the GeForce RTX 5070 and the RTX 4070 SUPER highlights the shift from Ada Lovelace to the Blackwell architecture. While the RTX 5070 actually features fewer CUDA cores (6144 vs 7168), its architectural efficiency and use of hyper-fast 12GB GDDR7 memory provide a 5-15% performance uplift in modern titles. The most significant leap is in Ray Tracing and the support for DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation, which offers smoother motion and higher frame rates in next-gen AAA games compared to the DLSS 3.5 on the 40-series.\n\nTechnically, the RTX 5070 benefits from a massive jump in memory bandwidth (672 GB/s vs 504 GB/s) and a refined memory controller. Though the RTX 4070 SUPER remains a 1440p powerhouse, the RTX 5070 is the better long-term investment for its advanced feature set and superior power scalability. For builders starting fresh in 2026, the RTX 5070 is the definitive choice for premium 1440p gaming.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 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 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 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 (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| 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 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($550) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600) |
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 5070 and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 5070 scores 28,854 and the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER reaches 29,958 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 5070 is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 6,144 (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 7,168 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Raw compute: 30.87 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 35.48 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Boost clocks: 2512 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 48 RT cores (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 56 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) with 192 Tensor cores vs 224.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 28,854 | 29,958+4% |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 6144 | 7168+17% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 30.87 TFLOPS | 35.48 TFLOPS+15% |
| Boost Clock | 2512 MHz+1% | 2475 MHz |
| ROPs | 80 | 80 |
| TMUs | 192 | 224+17% |
| L1 Cache | 6 MB | 7 MB+17% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48 | 56+17% |
| Tensor Cores | 192 | 224+17% |
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.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 12 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s+33% | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (9th Gen) (GeForce RTX 5070) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Decoder: NVDEC (6th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5070) vs AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (9th Gen) | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (6th Gen) | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 5070 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's 220W — a 12.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 245mm vs 245mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 220W-12% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 245mm | 245mm |
| Height | 115mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 72°C | 70°C-3% |
| Perf/Watt | 115.4 | 136.2+18% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 5070 launched at $549 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER launched at $599 and now averages $600. The GeForce RTX 5070 costs 8.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 52.5 (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 49.9 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 5070 offers 5.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 5070 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $549-8% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550-8% | $600 |
| Performance per Dollar | 52.5+5% | 49.9 |
| Codename | GB205 | AD104 |
| Release | March 4 2025 | January 8 2024 |
| Ranking | #22 | #18 |
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