The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4070 SupervsNVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super

Same generation (RTX 4000): This is a tier step-up comparison — the higher card adds performance for a premium. Worth it depends on your resolution target and workload.
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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070.

Superseded by RTX 5070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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NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super
Buy/Wait:Superseded

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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti.

Superseded by RTX 5070 Ti

Best for: 1440p/4K gamers who find a well-priced used unit and don't need DLSS 4.

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NVIDIA RTX 4070 SuperNVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super
TierHigh-endHigh-end
GenerationRTX 4000RTX 4000
VRAM12 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR6X
TDP220W285W
UpscalingDLSS3DLSS3
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$599$799
ReleasedJan 17, 2024Jan 24, 2024
Cycle length~415 days~390 days
Cycle adviceSupersededSuperseded
Deals adviceClearanceClearance
SuccessorRTX 5070RTX 5070 Ti

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.

NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super

Used market only

New units sell above MSRP. Used units are the only viable path to value for this card.

16GB GDDR6X

Same VRAM capacity as the RTX 5070 Ti — no VRAM compromise versus the successor.

Proven performance

Over 2 years of driver maturity ensures excellent stability across all titles.