GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs Maxwell GPU Surface Book
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
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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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is significantly newer (2023 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 853.7% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (12 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Maxwell GPU Surface Book.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+853.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-853.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $590 (vs $75), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 21.2% better value per dollar than the Maxwell GPU Surface Book.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+21.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($590) | ✅More affordable ($75) |
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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book
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.
Maxwell GPU Surface Book
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti scores 31,578 versus the Maxwell GPU Surface Book's 3,311 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti leads by 853.7%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is built on Ada Lovelace while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book uses Maxwell, both on 4 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 7,680 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 993 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,578+854% | 3,311 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 7680+1900% | 384 |
| Boost Clock | 2610 MHz+163% | 993 MHz |
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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+500% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+50% | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 12 (11_0) (Maxwell GPU Surface Book). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs None (Maxwell GPU Surface Book). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs PureVideo VP6. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (8th Gen) | None |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | PureVideo VP6 |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti draws 285W versus the Maxwell GPU Surface Book's 30W — a 161.9% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 285mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 30W-89% |
| Recommended PSU | 700W | 350W-50% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 285mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-18% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 110.8 | 110.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $590, while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 and now averages $75. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book costs 87.3% less ($515 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 53.5 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) vs 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 21.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti | Maxwell GPU Surface Book |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799 | $150-81% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $590 | $75-87% |
| Performance per Dollar | 53.5+21% | 44.1 |
| Codename | AD104 | Surface Book |
| Release | January 3 2023 | October 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #11 | #779 |
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