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 Ti SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $400 less on MSRP ($799 MSRP vs $1,199 MSRP).
✅Delivers 38.7% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 39.8 vs 28.7 G3D/$ ($799 MSRP vs $1,199 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4080 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (264 vs 304), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 4080

2022

Why buy it

✅0.8% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅15.2% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (304 vs 264).

Trade-offs

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50.1% HIGHER MSRP
$1,199 MSRPvs$799 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 28.7 vs 39.8 G3D/$ ($1,199 MSRP vs $799 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

2024

GeForce RTX 4080

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $400 less on MSRP ($799 MSRP vs $1,199 MSRP).
✅Delivers 38.7% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 39.8 vs 28.7 G3D/$ ($799 MSRP vs $1,199 MSRP).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅0.8% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅15.2% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (304 vs 264).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4080 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (264 vs 304), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

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50.1% HIGHER MSRP
$1,199 MSRPvs$799 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 28.7 vs 39.8 G3D/$ ($1,199 MSRP vs $799 MSRP).

Quick Answers

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

Yes. GeForce RTX 4080 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 0.8% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 8.2% higher PassMark G3D performance, and 304 vs 264 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2022 instead of 2024, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2022. That makes it the safer long-run choice for modern games.

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

GeForce RTX 4080 is still the better GPU overall, but GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is probably the smarter buy today for most people. GeForce RTX 4080 is about 50.1% more expensive on MSRP at $1,199 MSRP versus $799 MSRP, and you are getting 0.8% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 8.2% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. Paying about 50.1% more on MSRP for only 0.8% more estimated average FPS is just a weak value trade on paper.

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

Yes. GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is still a very sensible gaming buy in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p and 1440p maxed-out gaming, and still very capable for 4K in many titles. Around $799 MSRP, you are saving about $400 on MSRP and only giving up lower estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 Ti SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4080 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
1080p
low	228 FPS	223 FPS
medium	213 FPS	208 FPS
high	187 FPS	182 FPS
ultra	171 FPS	167 FPS
1440p
low	202 FPS	201 FPS
medium	170 FPS	170 FPS
high	141 FPS	141 FPS
ultra	134 FPS	133 FPS
4K
low	137 FPS	136 FPS
medium	115 FPS	115 FPS
high	94 FPS	93 FPS
ultra	87 FPS	87 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
1080p
low	719 FPS	749 FPS
medium	580 FPS	608 FPS
high	435 FPS	480 FPS
ultra	383 FPS	419 FPS
1440p
low	529 FPS	577 FPS
medium	430 FPS	482 FPS
high	339 FPS	395 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	321 FPS
4K
low	255 FPS	314 FPS
medium	214 FPS	271 FPS
high	193 FPS	245 FPS
ultra	163 FPS	208 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
1080p
low	933 FPS	944 FPS
medium	752 FPS	772 FPS
high	664 FPS	699 FPS
ultra	576 FPS	604 FPS
1440p
low	722 FPS	731 FPS
medium	581 FPS	598 FPS
high	501 FPS	529 FPS
ultra	430 FPS	452 FPS
4K
low	500 FPS	506 FPS
medium	407 FPS	419 FPS
high	356 FPS	377 FPS
ultra	299 FPS	317 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
1080p
low	885 FPS	990 FPS
medium	749 FPS	878 FPS
high	674 FPS	766 FPS
ultra	609 FPS	687 FPS
1440p
low	706 FPS	740 FPS
medium	587 FPS	639 FPS
high	517 FPS	549 FPS
ultra	462 FPS	486 FPS
4K
low	477 FPS	528 FPS
medium	408 FPS	465 FPS
high	366 FPS	407 FPS
ultra	324 FPS	361 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

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

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2340 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 8448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 66 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,828 points. Launch price was $799.

GeForce RTX 4080

The GeForce RTX 4080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2205 MHz to 2505 MHz. It has 9728 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 76 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 34,445 points. Launch price was $1,199.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER scores 31,828 versus the GeForce RTX 4080's 34,445 — the GeForce RTX 4080 leads by 8.2%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4080 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 8,448 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 9,728 (GeForce RTX 4080). Raw compute: 44.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 48.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4080). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 2505 MHz. Ray tracing: 66 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 76 (GeForce RTX 4080) with 264 Tensor cores vs 304.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
G3D Mark Score	31,828	34,445+8%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	8448	9728+15%
Compute (TFLOPS)	44.1 TFLOPS	48.74 TFLOPS+11%
Boost Clock	2610 MHz+4%	2505 MHz
ROPs	96	112+17%
TMUs	264	304+15%
L1 Cache	8.3 MB	9.5 MB+14%
L2 Cache	48 MB	64 MB+33%
Ray Tracing Cores	66	76+15%
Tensor Cores	264	304+15%

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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 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
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)

Both cards feature 16 GB of GDDR6X. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 736 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080) — a 9.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 64 MB (GeForce RTX 4080) — the GeForce RTX 4080 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
VRAM Capacity	16 GB	16 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	672 GB/s	736 GB/s+10%
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	48 MB	64 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

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

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

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

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 4080's 320W — a 11.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 750W (GeForce RTX 4080). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin. Card length: 310mm vs 310mm, occupying 3 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 70°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER	GeForce RTX 4080
TDP	285W-11%	320W
Recommended PSU	750W	750W
Power Connector	16-pin (12VHPWR)	16-pin
Length	310mm	310mm
Height	111mm	140mm
Slots	3	3
Temp (Load)	72°C	70°C-3%
Perf/Watt	111.7+4%	107.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER launched at $799 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 4080 launched at $1199. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER costs 33.4% less ($400 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 39.8 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 28.7 (GeForce RTX 4080) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 38.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2022).