Nvidia blessed us with new and most importantly more performant cards for our upgrades and new builds. It is time to check out the differences between all the new Super iterations of the 40-Series cards and to figure out which one suits our needs best. In this article we will compare the specs of the latest Nvidia RTX 4080 Super, the RTX 4070 Ti Super and the RTX 4070 Super.
Although there are good arguments, namely that sweet performance bump, for picking the new model up over the older variant, but let’s dive a bit deeper into the world of specs and performance graphs to find out, if you should be on the hunt for an older model at cheaper price point, or if the Super iteration of the GPU is the better choice.
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RTX 4080 Super |
RTX 4070 Ti Super |
RTX 4070 Super |
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GPU |
AD103-400 |
AD103-275 |
AD104-350 |
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CUDA Cores |
10240 |
8448 |
7168 |
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Core Frequency |
2295 MHz Base / 2550 MHz Boost |
2340 MHz Base / 2610 MHz Boost |
1980 MHz Base / 2475 MHz Boost |
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Memory Capacity / Type |
16GB GDDR6X |
16GB GDDR6X |
12GB GDDR6X |
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Memory Bandwidth |
736 GB/s |
672 GB/s |
504 GB/s |
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Memory Interface |
256 bit |
256 bit |
192 bit |
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Memory Clock |
23 Gbps |
21 Gbps |
21 Gbps |
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TGP |
320 W |
285W |
220W |
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Power Connector |
1x 12VHPWR |
1x 12VHPWR |
1x 12VHPWR |
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Availability |
January 31, 2024 |
January 24, 2024 |
January 17, 2024 |
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MSRP |
$999 |
$799 |
$599 |
The RTX 4080 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super and the RTX 4070 Super offer the following outputs:
You can connect 4 displays to one card. These can be 4 independent monitors at 4K resolution and at 120 Hz. When connecting 2 monitors at 4K resolution the possible refresh rate is at 240 Hz for each monitor. Other configurations are possible depending on bandwidth. To find out more about the compatibility you need to check the technical specifications for the card you are purchasing.
Just as we learned in the past, by that I am looking at you 20-Series cards, there is a good reason why the Super variants of the 20-Series cards followed 9 to 10 months after their initial release of the non-Super variant. Between the launch of the Super variants of the 20-Series and the 30-Series, namely the 3080, we had to wait 14 months.
Between the first launch of the 20-Series and the first launch of the 30-Series cards it was almost 2 years. While the 30-Series did not see any cards that added Super to their name, we had to wait another 2 years and then some to see the 40-Series come to light. As history often repeats itself, we should see the 50-Series as soon as in the fourth quarter of 2024, but rumors claim otherwise. To hold us over, here we are now with the Super cards presenting a pretty appealing upgrade option.
Super in the name, Super in the performance. Nvidia does not slouch when they add this to their already powerful cards. Let’s have a look at what Nvidia tells us by checking out their performance graphs.
And there you have it. All Super iterations of these cards are fast and therefore a great option when you are looking at a card that has the right amount of oomph to enjoy your favorite games at higher details as well as more frames per second. Your budget will ultimately have to decide which version you will be getting. At an MSRP of US$999 for the RTX 4080 Super, US$799 for the RTX 4070 Ti Super, and US$599 for the RTX 4070 Super we are sure that there is a good option if you are building your new gaming rig, or if you are finally biting the bullet and are upgrading from your now seemingly ancient 10-, 20- or even 30-Series graphics card. The sweet spot of the three new cards is the RTX 4070 Ti Super. It sits right in the middle and comes close to the performance of the RTX 4080 but at a better price. It now comes with more RAM (16 Vs 12 GB) than its non Super variant, which will also help to keep you covered for the next ever hungry for RAM game releases. If you are you in camp green, it will be hard to pass on these cards.
The minimum recommended PSU wattage among most manufacturers is 750W for the 4080 Super, 4070 Ti Super and the 4070 Super. To be safe, we would recommend 850W, especially if you're pairing your GPU with a powerful CPU.
Note: Power requirements may vary between GPU models and the CPU you choose to pair with it. It's recommended to defer to the requirements of your specific graphics card model and manufacturer.
Still unsure how much power you need? Why not try out our PSU Calculator to get a more accurate recommendation based on your current set up.
Connecting the card to your power supply is something essential that you need to consider when building your PC or upgrading. With the 40-Series cards we have seen the introduction of the 12VHPWR connector. If you are following the news, you have probably seen posts of burnt plugs and sockets and that is why we not only have the 12VHPWR connector, but already an update to it with the 12V-2x6 connector.
What does this mean though? The socket on the card has changed in a way that makes connections securer to ensure that the plug is seated properly. As improper connections lead to the melting and burnt plugs and sockets, this will ensure that this risk is reduced. So will you need a new cable if you already have a 12VHPWR cable in your current setup? The answer is no. 12VHPWR cables can be connected to 12V-2x6 sockets. So grab one of our 12VHPWR cables and you’re are ready to power your fresh 40-Series RTX Super card with an adequate PSU.
Need a new PSU? Let’s find out in our articles for the best PSU powering your shiny new RTX 4080 Super, RTX 4070 Ti Super, or RTX 4070 Super card.
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