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 4070 comes out dramatically faster — about 42% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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VS
Price
€1,070
Performance
26%
VRAM
16 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+2% Boost Clock (2,535 MHz vs 2,475 MHz)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 4070
Price
€990
Performance
37%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+75% Bandwidth (504 GB/s vs 288 GB/s)
+50% Memory Bus (192-bit vs 128-bit)
+35% CUDA Cores (5,888 vs 4,352)

GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB

The GeForce RTX 4070 is dramatically faster, around 42% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 4,352 on the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 also has more RT cores (46 vs 34) and more AI cores (184 vs 136), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 4070 currently lists from $990 EUR, $80 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB at $1,070 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 4070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 54%. The GeForce RTX 4070 still sits about $390 EUR above its $600 EUR MSRP. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB still sits about $571 EUR above its $499 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB is the gentler choice at 160W versus 200W. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 200W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB carries 16GB versus 12GB on the GeForce RTX 4070. The extra 4GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce RTX 4070's memory is also faster — 504 GB/s versus 288 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB or GeForce RTX 4070?

The GeForce RTX 4070 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 4060 Ti 16GB if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 better than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB?

The GeForce RTX 4070 is dramatically faster, roughly 42% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB or the GeForce RTX 4070?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB worth the extra $80 EUR over the GeForce RTX 4070?

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

Does the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 16GB (vs 12GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which is better for ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 4070 or the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB?

Both handle ray tracing, but the GeForce RTX 4070 has more RT cores, giving it better ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GBGeForce RTX 4070
ArchitectureAda LovelaceAda Lovelace
Process NodeTSMC N4TSMC N4
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)4,3525,888
Ray Tracing Cores3446
Tensor / AI Cores136184

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GBGeForce RTX 4070
Base Clock2,310 MHz1,920 MHz
Boost Clock2,535 MHz2,475 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GBGeForce RTX 4070
VRAM Capacity16 GB12 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6X
Memory Bus128-bit192-bit
Memory Speed18 Gbps21 Gbps
Bandwidth288 GB/s504 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GBGeForce RTX 4070
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x8PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP160 W200 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedMay 2023Apr 2023