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 5070 Ti comes out dramatically faster β€” about 41% ahead of the Radeon RX 7800 XT. But the Radeon RX 7800 XT is the better value, undercutting it by $276 GBP for the performance you get.

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AMD
Radeon RX 7800 XT
Price
Β£552
Perf Index
41%
Value Score
0.074
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP263W
Price
Β£828
Perf Index
58%
Value Score
0.070
VRAM16GB GDDR7
Thermal TDP300W

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti vs Radeon RX 7800 XT: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti vs Radeon RX 7800 XT

The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is dramatically faster, around 41% ahead of the Radeon RX 7800 XT. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the Radeon RX 7800 XT is better matched to 1440p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 7800 XT currently lists from $552 GBP, $276 GBP less than the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti at $828 GBP. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 7800 XT offers the better performance-per-dollar (~6% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti still sits about $79 GBP above its $749 GBP MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Radeon RX 7800 XT is the gentler choice at 263W versus 300W. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 300W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is roughly 2 years newer than the Radeon RX 7800 XT (Blackwell vs RDNA 3), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the Radeon RX 7800 XT brings AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value, while the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti offers NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: Radeon RX 7800 XT or GeForce RTX 5070 Ti?

Choose the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 7800 XT stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti better than the Radeon RX 7800 XT?

The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 41% ahead. The Radeon RX 7800 XT is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 7800 XT or the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the better 4K option β€” it's comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Is the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti worth the extra $276 GBP over the Radeon RX 7800 XT?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Radeon RX 7800 XT comes out ahead.