The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 4080 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 4080 Super
Buy/Wait:Superseded

This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5080.

Superseded by RTX 5080

Best for: 4K gamers who can find a well-priced used unit, understanding they miss out on DLSS 4 and Blackwell's efficiency gains.

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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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti.

Superseded by RTX 5070 Ti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 4080 SuperNVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Super
TierEnthusiastHigh-end
GenerationRTX 4000RTX 4000
VRAM16 GB16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR6X
TDP320W285W
UpscalingDLSS3DLSS3
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$999$799
ReleasedJan 31, 2024Jan 24, 2024
Cycle length~365 days~390 days
Cycle adviceSupersededSuperseded
Deals adviceClearanceClearance
SuccessorRTX 5080RTX 5070 Ti

Why buy each?

NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super

Used market value

New units sell above MSRP, but used units (~$800) represent the only realistic value option for this card.

16GB GDDR6X

Ample VRAM for 4K gaming and content creation.

Mature Ada Lovelace drivers

Over 2 years of optimizations ensures stability across all titles.

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.