RTX 5880 Ada Generation vs GeForce RTX 4070
RTX 5880 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 5880 Ada Generation
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-7.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+7.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $550 versus $6,000 for the RTX 5880 Ada Generation, it costs 91% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1070.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1070.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($6,000) | ✅More affordable ($550) |
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 5880 Ada Generation and GeForce RTX 4070
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 5 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 14080 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 110 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,096 points.
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX 5880 Ada Generation scores 25,096 versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 26,919 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 7.3%. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 14,080 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 69.27 TFLOPS (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 110 RT cores (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 4070) with 440 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 25,096 | 26,919+7% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 14080+139% | 5888 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 69.27 TFLOPS+138% | 29.15 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz | 2475 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+175% | 64 |
| TMUs | 440+139% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 13.8 MB+138% | 5.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+100% | 36 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 110+139% | 46 |
| Tensor Cores | 440+139% | 184 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 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 5880 Ada Generation lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5880 Ada Generation comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 768 GB/s (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) — a 52.4% advantage for the RTX 5880 Ada Generation. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) — the RTX 5880 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+300% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 768 GB/s+52% | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+100% | 36 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 35.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 200W-30% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 304mm |
| Height | 112mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2-33% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 88.1 | 134.6+53% |
Value Analysis
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation launched at $6000 MSRP and currently averages $6000, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The GeForce RTX 4070 costs 90.8% less ($5450 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.2 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 1064.3% better value. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2023).
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6000 | $599-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $6000 | $550-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.2 | 48.9+1064% |
| Codename | AD102 | AD104 |
| Release | January 5 2024 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #40 | #32 |
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