NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super
Detailed gaming performance comparison
Reference CPU: Intel Core i5-13400
We compare the RTX 3090 and the RTX 4070 Ti Super with real FPS across the most popular games at 1080p, 1440p and 4K, plus specs, launch price and AI upscaling support (DLSS/FSR/XeSS). See at a glance which is better for your resolution and budget.
The RTX 4070 Ti Super is ~11% faster than the RTX 3090 on average at 1080p. On top of that, the RTX 4070 Ti Super is 47% cheaper (launch price).
RTX 4070 Ti Super
- Index (1080p)
- 80/100
- VRAM
- 16 GB
- Price (MSRP)
- $799 · ≈ €735
- Upscaling
- DLSS + Frame Gen
Average FPS by resolution
Estimated average FPS for each graphics card across the most popular games. The gap usually shows at 1080p and 1440p; at 4K both lose smoothness and upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps.
| Resolution | RTX 3090 | RTX 4070 Ti Super | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 91 | 101 | +11% |
| 1440p | 77 | 84 | +9% |
| 4K | 50 | 54 | +8% |
Specifications
Side-by-side specs of the RTX 3090 and RTX 4070 Ti Super: VRAM, power draw (TDP), performance index and launch price. The better value in each row is highlighted in blue.
| Spec | RTX 3090 | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| VRAM | 24 GB | 16 GB |
| TDP | 350W | 285W |
| Tier | Enthusiast | High-end |
| Score 1080p | 75 | 80 |
| Score 1440p | 73 | 77 |
| Score 4K | 65 | 69 |
| Price (MSRP) | $1499 | $799 |
Gaming Performance
Per-game FPS detail at 1080p Ultra. The graphics card that wins each title is highlighted in blue.
| Game | RTX 3090 | RTX 4070 Ti Super | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition | 96FPS | 107FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 66FPS | 71FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Halloween: The Game | 90FPS | 101FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Kena: Scars of Kosmora | 96FPS | 107FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV | 104FPS | 115FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Mortal Shell II | 81FPS | 91FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival | 90FPS | 101FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Valor Mortis | 81FPS | 91FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Star Wars Zero Company | 108FPS | 119FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
| Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve | 96FPS | 107FPS | RTX 4070 Ti Super |
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super wins in 10 out of 10 games
We recommend NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super as the best option for gaming.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions when comparing the RTX 3090 with the RTX 4070 Ti Super.
Which is better, the RTX 3090 or the RTX 4070 Ti Super?
On average at 1080p, the RTX 4070 Ti Super is 11% faster than the RTX 3090. The best one for you depends on your resolution, budget and whether you prioritise ray tracing or price.
Which is better at 4K?
At 4K Ultra, the RTX 3090 averages 50 FPS and the RTX 4070 Ti Super 54 FPS across the most popular games. For smooth 4K, enabling upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps on both.
Is it worth paying more for the faster one?
At 1080p or 1440p the FPS gap may not justify the extra cost; at 4K or with ray tracing the faster card matters more. Check the by-resolution table to decide.
Which has better ray tracing and upscaling?
AI upscaling (DLSS on NVIDIA, FSR on AMD, XeSS on Intel) raises FPS on both; for ray tracing, GeForce RTX cards usually lead. See each card’s support above.
How big is the FPS difference between them?
On average across top games, the gap is around 11% at 1080p. At higher resolutions (1440p and 4K) the relative difference usually stays similar.