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GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER pulls ahead here — clearly quicker, about 16% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4070. But the GeForce RTX 4070 is the better value, undercutting it by $121 GBP for the performance you get.

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VS
NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 4070
Price
£627
Performance
37/100
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 4070 SUPER
Price
£945
Performance
43/100
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+22% CUDA Cores (7,168 vs 5,888)
+22% RT Cores (56 vs 46)
+22% Tensor Cores (224 vs 184)

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 4070: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 4070

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is noticeably faster, around 16% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4070. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 4070 is better matched to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER packs 7,168 CUDA cores versus 5,888 on the GeForce RTX 4070. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER also has more RT cores (56 vs 46) and more AI cores (224 vs 184), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.

Price & Value

Pricing has the GeForce RTX 4070 at $509 GBP, $121 GBP under the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's $630 GBP. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 4070 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~6% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 4070 is trading below its $600 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

At 200W vs 220W, the GeForce RTX 4070 is the gentler load on your system. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's extra power draw buys more performance per watt, not just more heat — worth it if your PSU has the headroom.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4070 or GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER?

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 4070?

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is noticeably faster, roughly 16% ahead. The GeForce RTX 4070 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

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

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

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER worth the extra $121 GBP over the GeForce RTX 4070?

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

Which is better for ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 4070?

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

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4070 or GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER?

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 4070GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
ArchitectureAda LovelaceAda Lovelace
Process NodeTSMC N4TSMC N4
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)5,8887,168
Ray Tracing Cores4656
Tensor / AI Cores184224

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 4070GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Base Clock1,920 MHz1,980 MHz
Boost Clock2,475 MHz2,475 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 4070GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
VRAM Capacity12 GB12 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR6X
Memory Bus192-bit192-bit
Memory Speed21 Gbps21 Gbps
Bandwidth504 GB/s504 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
SpecificationGeForce RTX 4070GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP200 W220 W
Power Connectors1x 16-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedApr 2023Jan 2024