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 noticeably faster than the GeForce RTX 3090, leading by roughly 15% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.

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VS
Price
$4927
Perf Index
41%
Value Score
0.008
VRAM24GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP350W
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Price
$3529
Perf Index
47%
Value Score
0.013
VRAM12GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP285W

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

Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3090

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is noticeably faster, around 15% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3090. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3090 is better matched to 1440p.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti starts at $3,529 against $4,927 for the GeForce RTX 3090. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 60%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti still sits about $2,730 above its $799 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 3090 still sits about $3,428 above its $1,499 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti draws just 285W versus 350W for the GeForce RTX 3090, 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 has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 12GB can fall short.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3090, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

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

the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 3090 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is noticeably faster, roughly 15% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3090 or the GeForce RTX 4070 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 3090 worth the extra $1,398 over the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce RTX 3090 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.