GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is marginally faster than the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, leading by roughly 4% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $1,089 cheaper.

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VS
Price
$3529
Perf Index
47%
Value Score
0.013
VRAM12GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP285W
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
Price
$2441
Perf Index
45%
Value Score
0.018
VRAM24GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP450W

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3090 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is marginally faster, around 4% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti starts at $2,441 against $3,529 for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar (~38% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti still sits about $442 above its $1,999 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti still sits about $2,730 above its $799 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti draws just 285W versus 450W for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

With 24GB against 12GB, the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 12GB can fall short.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4070 Ti or GeForce RTX 3090 Ti?

Choose the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is marginally faster, roughly 4% ahead. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti worth the extra $1,089 over the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 24GB (vs 12GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.