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GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER pulls ahead here — substantially quicker, about 20% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2070. But the GeForce RTX 2070 is the better value, undercutting it by $577 EUR for the performance you get.

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VS
NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2070
Price
€1,132
Performance
15/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 2070 SUPER
Price
€816
Performance
18/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+11% CUDA Cores (2,560 vs 2,304)
+11% RT Cores (40 vs 36)
+11% Tensor Cores (320 vs 288)

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is significantly faster, around 20% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2070. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 2,304 on the GeForce RTX 2070.

Price & Value

Pricing has the GeForce RTX 2070 at $240 EUR, $577 EUR under the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER's $816 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2070 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~184% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2070 is trading below its $499 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER still sits about $317 EUR above its $499 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

Power draw favors the GeForce RTX 2070 (175W vs 215W), and it's the more efficient card too, so it's the easy pick if thermals or a smaller PSU matter.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2070 or GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2070 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 2070?

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is significantly faster, roughly 20% ahead. The GeForce RTX 2070 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2070 or the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER worth the extra $577 EUR over the GeForce RTX 2070?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 2070 comes out ahead.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2070 or GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2070 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,3042,560
Ray Tracing Cores3640
Tensor / AI Cores288320

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Base Clock1,410 MHz1,605 MHz
Boost Clock1,620 MHz1,770 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP175 W215 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin
ReleasedOct 2018Jul 2019