The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4070 SupervsNVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti'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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070.

Superseded by RTX 5070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

Early in cycle — strong buy, no urgency to wait

Best for: 4K gamers who want high-end Blackwell performance at a more accessible price than the RTX 5080.

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NVIDIA RTX 4070 SuperNVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti
TierHigh-endHigh-end
GenerationRTX 4000RTX 5000
VRAM12 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR7
TDP220W300W
UpscalingDLSS3DLSS4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$599$749
ReleasedJan 17, 2024Feb 20, 2025
Cycle length~415 days~850 days
Cycle adviceSupersededBuy
Deals adviceClearanceWait
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.

NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti

16GB GDDR7 at $749

Same VRAM as the $999 RTX 5080, making it the sweet spot for high-end 4K gaming.

300W TDP

Reasonable power draw for its performance class — runs on a 700W PSU.

DLSS 4 support

Full access to multi-frame generation and all Blackwell AI features.