RTX 4500 Ada Generation vs GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
RTX 4500 Ada Generation
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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 RTX 4500 Ada Generation
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
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 7.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX 4500 Ada Generation offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-7.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+7.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $600 versus $2,000 for the RTX 4500 Ada Generation, it costs 70% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 258.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+258.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,000) | ✅More affordable ($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 RTX 4500 Ada Generation and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
RTX 4500 Ada Generation
The RTX 4500 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 9 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2070 MHz to 2580 MHz. It has 7680 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 210W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 27,850 points.
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
In G3D Mark, the RTX 4500 Ada Generation scores 27,850 versus the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's 29,958 — the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER leads by 7.6%. The RTX 4500 Ada Generation is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 7,680 (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 7,168 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Raw compute: 39.63 TFLOPS (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 35.48 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Boost clocks: 2580 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 60 RT cores (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 56 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) with 240 Tensor cores vs 224.
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 27,850 | 29,958+8% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 7680+7% | 7168 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 39.63 TFLOPS+12% | 35.48 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2580 MHz+4% | 2475 MHz |
| ROPs | 80 | 80 |
| TMUs | 240+7% | 224 |
| L1 Cache | 7.5 MB+7% | 7 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 60+7% | 56 |
| Tensor Cores | 240+7% | 224 |
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 RTX 4500 Ada Generation lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | 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)
The RTX 4500 Ada Generation comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB. The RTX 4500 Ada Generation offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) — a 12.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+100% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 504 GB/s+13% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 48 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER).
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th Gen | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 4500 Ada Generation draws 210W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's 220W — a 4.7% difference. The RTX 4500 Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 267mm vs 245mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 210W-5% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 267mm | 245mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 70°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 132.6 | 136.2+3% |
Value Analysis
The RTX 4500 Ada Generation launched at $2250 MSRP and currently averages $2000, while the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER launched at $599 and now averages $600. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER costs 70% less ($1400 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.9 (RTX 4500 Ada Generation) vs 49.9 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER offers 259% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2023).
| Feature | RTX 4500 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2250 | $599-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2000 | $600-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.9 | 49.9+259% |
| Codename | AD103 | AD104 |
| Release | August 9 2023 | January 8 2024 |
| Ranking | #27 | #18 |
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