The GPU Radar

NVIDIA RTX 5070 TivsNVIDIA RTX 4070 Super

Generation comparison: The NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super is superseded but at current street prices may deliver strong value.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Buy/Wait:Superseded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 It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070.

Superseded by RTX 5070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 TiNVIDIA RTX 4070 Super
TierHigh-endHigh-end
GenerationRTX 5000RTX 4000
VRAM16 GB12 GB
Memory TypeGDDR7GDDR6X
TDP300W220W
UpscalingDLSS4DLSS3
Ray Tracing
Launch MSRP$749$599
ReleasedFeb 20, 2025Jan 17, 2024
Cycle length~850 days~415 days
Cycle adviceBuySuperseded
Deals adviceWaitClearance
SuccessorRTX 5070

Why buy each?

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.

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.