The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti SupervsNVIDIA RTX 5080

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value. Compare clearance pricing against the NVIDIA RTX 5080's launch MSRP to decide.
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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti.

Superseded by RTX 5070 Ti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 5080
Buy/Wait:Caution

Mid-cycle — next generation may be on the horizon

Best for: 4K gamers and creators who want Blackwell performance without the 5090's price and power demands.

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NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti SuperNVIDIA RTX 5080
TierHigh-endEnthusiast
GenerationRTX 4000RTX 5000
VRAM16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR7
TDP285W360W
UpscalingDLSS3DLSS4
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$799$999
ReleasedJan 24, 2024Jan 30, 2025
Cycle length~390 days~850 days
Cycle adviceSupersededCaution
Deals adviceClearanceCaution
SuccessorRTX 5070 Ti

Why buy each?

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.

NVIDIA RTX 5080

Sweet spot for 4K gaming

Delivers excellent 4K frame rates at a lower TDP and price than the 5090 — the practical enthusiast choice.

DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation

Same DLSS 4 technology as the flagship, dramatically boosting frame rates in supported titles.

360W TDP — practical power draw

Runs on a 750W PSU comfortably, unlike the 5090's 1000W recommendation.