RTX 3090 Ti vs RTX 4070 Super
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti (2022) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super (2024).
RTX 3090 Ti
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ More VRAM (24 GB vs 12 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)
RTX 4070 Super
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ Lower power draw (220 W vs 450 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($599 vs $1999)
- ✓ Newer (2024 vs 2022)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 4070 Super and RTX 3090 Ti deliver essentially the same level of performance — the difference is within a few percent and won't be noticeable in real use. The decision comes down to price, power draw and features.
The RTX 3090 Ti also carries more video memory (24 GB vs 12 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 4070 Super offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 4070 Super is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | RTX 3090 Ti | RTX 4070 Super |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
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| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR6X |
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Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 4070 Super better than the RTX 3090 Ti?
They perform almost identically (within ~3%). Choose based on price, power consumption and platform rather than raw speed.
How much faster is the RTX 4070 Super than the RTX 3090 Ti?
Roughly 3% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 4070 Super delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.