GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2070 comes out significantly faster — about 25% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti. But the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is the better value, undercutting it by $285 EUR for the performance you get.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti
Price
€359
Performance
12%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+6% CUDA Cores (2,432 vs 2,304)
+4% Boost Clock (1,683 MHz vs 1,620 MHz)
Price
€644
Performance
15%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+75% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 256.3 GB/s)

GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1070 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2070 is significantly faster, around 25% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2070 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is better matched to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti currently lists from $359 EUR, $285 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 2070 at $644 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar (~44% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is trading below its $449 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 2070 still sits about $145 EUR above its $499 EUR MSRP.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 2070's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or GeForce RTX 2070?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2070 better than the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2070 is significantly faster, roughly 25% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2070?

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 worth the extra $285 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2070
ArchitecturePascalTuring
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,4322,304
Ray Tracing Cores36
Tensor / AI Cores288

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2070
Base Clock1,607 MHz1,410 MHz
Boost Clock1,683 MHz1,620 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2070
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed8 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth256.3 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2070
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP180 W175 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedNov 2017Oct 2018