G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $400 less on MSRP ($599 MSRP vs $999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 46% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.0 vs 34.2 G3D/$ ($599 MSRP vs $999 MSRP).
✅Draws 220W instead of 320W, a 100W reduction.
✅Measures 245mm instead of 304mm, a 59mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 12 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (224 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅26.4% more average FPS across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅42.9% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 224).
✅33.3% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 12 GB).

Trade-offs

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66.8% HIGHER MSRP
$999 MSRPvs$599 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 34.2 vs 50.0 G3D/$ ($999 MSRP vs $599 MSRP).
❌45.5% higher power demand at 320W vs 220W.
❌24.1% longer card at 304mm vs 245mm.

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

2024

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $400 less on MSRP ($599 MSRP vs $999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 46% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.0 vs 34.2 G3D/$ ($599 MSRP vs $999 MSRP).
✅Draws 220W instead of 320W, a 100W reduction.
✅Measures 245mm instead of 304mm, a 59mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅26.4% more average FPS across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅42.9% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 224).
✅33.3% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 12 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 12 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (224 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

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66.8% HIGHER MSRP
$999 MSRPvs$599 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 34.2 vs 50.0 G3D/$ ($999 MSRP vs $599 MSRP).
❌45.5% higher power demand at 320W vs 220W.
❌24.1% longer card at 304mm vs 245mm.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER better than GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 26.4% more average FPS across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data, 14.2% higher PassMark G3D performance, 320 vs 224 Tensor cores, and 16 GB vs 12 GB of VRAM.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the safer long-term GPU choice because it gives you the stronger overall hardware and feature outlook for modern games.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is about 66.8% more expensive on MSRP at $999 MSRP versus $599 MSRP, and you are getting 26.4% more estimated average FPS across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data and 14.2% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER make more sense than GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p and 1440p maxed-out gaming, and still very capable for 4K in many titles. It makes more sense if your priority is lower power draw (220W vs 320W), future-proofing, and staying closer to $599 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER currently gives you 14.2% higher G3D Mark and 26.4% more estimated average FPS across 47 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
1080p
low	183 FPS	284 FPS
medium	167 FPS	263 FPS
high	151 FPS	224 FPS
ultra	131 FPS	195 FPS
1440p
low	150 FPS	262 FPS
medium	124 FPS	217 FPS
high	110 FPS	173 FPS
ultra	101 FPS	156 FPS
4K
low	92 FPS	180 FPS
medium	78 FPS	150 FPS
high	65 FPS	114 FPS
ultra	58 FPS	102 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
1080p
low	574 FPS	783 FPS
medium	477 FPS	624 FPS
high	368 FPS	491 FPS
ultra	317 FPS	427 FPS
1440p
low	401 FPS	611 FPS
medium	327 FPS	506 FPS
high	262 FPS	413 FPS
ultra	221 FPS	340 FPS
4K
low	191 FPS	336 FPS
medium	155 FPS	288 FPS
high	132 FPS	260 FPS
ultra	110 FPS	222 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
1080p
low	921 FPS	944 FPS
medium	742 FPS	772 FPS
high	652 FPS	699 FPS
ultra	569 FPS	604 FPS
1440p
low	720 FPS	731 FPS
medium	578 FPS	598 FPS
high	497 FPS	529 FPS
ultra	427 FPS	452 FPS
4K
low	498 FPS	506 FPS
medium	403 FPS	419 FPS
high	352 FPS	377 FPS
ultra	296 FPS	317 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
1080p
low	857 FPS	999 FPS
medium	711 FPS	919 FPS
high	646 FPS	811 FPS
ultra	590 FPS	724 FPS
1440p
low	695 FPS	789 FPS
medium	576 FPS	680 FPS
high	507 FPS	599 FPS
ultra	455 FPS	523 FPS
4K
low	470 FPS	572 FPS
medium	402 FPS	502 FPS
high	361 FPS	448 FPS
ultra	321 FPS	385 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER and GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1980 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 7168 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 56 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,958 points. Launch price was $599.

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2295 MHz to 2550 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 34,215 points. Launch price was $999.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER scores 29,958 versus the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's 34,215 — the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER leads by 14.2%. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 7,168 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 10,240 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Raw compute: 35.48 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 52.22 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 2550 MHz. Ray tracing: 56 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 80 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) with 224 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
G3D Mark Score	29,958	34,215+14%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	7168	10240+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	35.48 TFLOPS	52.22 TFLOPS+47%
Boost Clock	2475 MHz	2550 MHz+3%
ROPs	80	112+40%
TMUs	224	320+43%
L1 Cache	7 MB	10 MB+43%
L2 Cache	48 MB	64 MB+33%
Ray Tracing Cores	56	80+43%
Tensor Cores	224	320+43%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smooth motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 736 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) — a 46% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 64 MB (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	16 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	504 GB/s	736 GB/s+46%
Bus Width	192-bit	256-bit+33%
L2 Cache	48 MB	64 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs NVENC 8th Gen (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Encoder	NVENC 8th gen	NVENC 8th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	NVDEC 5th Gen
Codecs	AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's 320W — a 37% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 850W (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 245mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 70.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
TDP	220W-31%	320W
Recommended PSU	650W-24%	850W
Power Connector	16-pin (12VHPWR)	16-pin (12VHPWR)
Length	245mm	304mm
Height	111mm	137mm
Slots	2-33%	3
Temp (Load)	70°C	70
Perf/Watt	136.2+27%	106.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER launched at $599 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER launched at $999. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER costs 40% less ($400 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 50.0 (GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER) vs 34.2 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER offers 46.2% better value.