The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4070 SupervsAMD RX 9060 XT

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the AMD RX 9060 XT's launch MSRP to decide.
NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super
Buy/Wait:Superseded

This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070.

Superseded by RTX 5070

Best for: 1440p gamers who find a well-priced used unit and can accept 12GB VRAM without DLSS 4.

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AMD RX 9060 XT
Buy/Wait:Buy

First-generation product — recently released, still early days

Best for: Mid-range 1440p gamers who want 16GB VRAM without paying high-end prices.

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NVIDIA RTX 4070 SuperAMD RX 9060 XT
TierHigh-endMid-range
GenerationRTX 4000RX 9000
VRAM12 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR6
TDP220W150W
UpscalingDLSS3FSR4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$599$349
ReleasedJan 17, 2024Jun 5, 2025
Cycle length~415 days
Cycle adviceSupersededBuy
Deals adviceClearanceCaution
SuccessorRTX 5070

Why buy each?

NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super

Used market value

New units sell above MSRP. Used units (~$480) are the only path to value — delivers ~75% of RTX 5070 performance at a significant saving.

220W TDP

Efficient power draw works with modest PSUs.

Mature drivers

Over 2 years of stability optimizations ensure excellent game compatibility.

AMD RX 9060 XT

16GB at mid-range pricing

AMD continues to offer more VRAM per dollar than NVIDIA at every tier — 16GB for $349 vs NVIDIA's 8GB options.

FSR 4

ML-powered upscaling at the mid-range price point.

150W TDP

Ultra-efficient — no PSU upgrade needed for most builds.