RTX 4070 Super Vs RTX 3090: We Benchmarked Both

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Uzair Qureshi

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Pros And Cons

Comparison Table

Architectural Differences

1. Clock Speed: The RTX 4070 super has a base clock of 1.98 GHz and a boost clock speed of 2.48 GHz, while the RTX 3090 has 1.40 GHz and 1.70 GHz, respectively.
2. TDP: The RTX 3090 has 350 W TDP, and the 4070 super has 220 W, much lower than the 3090.
3. VRAM: The 4070 Super has 12 GB of memory while the 3090 has 24 GB, which is almost double the first and has a higher memory interface.
4. Supported Technologies: The RTX 3090 also supports OpenGL 4.6 and is VR-ready, while the Super supports DLSS 3.5 and the technologies 3090 has.

In the battle of the RTX 4070 Super vs the recently reviewed RTX 3090, choosing between the latest and the established can be tricky. To help you decide, we put both GPUs through their paces in various benchmarks, analyzing their performance in gaming, thermal statistics, and value. This comparison will give you the insights to decide on your next graphics card upgrade.

Gaming Benchmarks – 4K 

We tested the newly launched RTX 4070 Super vs the legendary RTX 3090 in six popular video games at 4K resolution to evaluate their performance in intense scenarios. The testing environment specifications that we used are given below.

Testing Rig 

• CPU: AMD RYZEN 9 5950X
• RAM: 2×16 GB Patriot Viper LED DDR4-3600
• Storage: 2 TB CORSAIR MP600 Elite NVMe SSD
• PSU: Noctua NH L9A AM4
• CPU Cooler: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 240 A-RGB

Cyberpunk 2077

• In this game, we saw that the RTX 4070 Super gave an average FPS of 59, approximately 5.36% higher, while the RTX 3090 gave 56 FPS.
• The 1% low FPS of the RTX 3090 was 47 FPS. Meanwhile, with newer architecture, the RTX 4070 Super managed to give only 28 FPS.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

• On higher settings, the RTX 4070 Super gave 81 FPS on average, and the RTX 3090 gave 66 FPS, approximately 22.73% lower, in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.
• With the difference of 13 FPS, We saw that the 1% low FPS of the RTX 3090 was 51 FPS and 38 FPS of the other graphic card, the 4070 Super. 

Red Dead Redemption 2 

• While testing these GPUs in Red Dead Redemption 2, we noticed a 15.3% difference in average FPS, which were 91 for the 4070 and 78 for the 3090.
• Regarding 1% low FPS, the RTX 3090 showed 57 FPS, while the RTX 4070 showed 72 FPS. This difference of about 26% is almost double from average FPS difference.

Watch Dog Legion 

• There was a negligible difference between the average FPS of both cards. The RTX 3090 was 67 FPS, while the Super was 66 FPS.
• However, regarding 1% low FPS, the 4070 Super and the RTX 3090 gave 58 FPS and 46 FPS, respectively.

Horizon Zero Dawn 

• The average FPS of the newer card, the RTX 4070 Super, was 103, while the same of the older card was 94 FPS. The 4070 Super gave 9.57% higher FPS than the 3090.
• There was also a difference of approximately 8% in 1% low FPS of both cards, which were 74 FPS of the 3090 and 80 FPS of the 4070.

God Of War 

• The last game we tested was God of War. In this, 85 and 73 average FPS were noticed of the RTX 4070 Super and the RTX 3090, respectively. The 3090 gave about 16.44% lower.
• 45 1% low FPS was noticed in the RTX 4060 Super while the 3090 gave higher if 61 FPS. This difference gave an edge to the 3090 for stable performance.

Editor`s Note

The significant performance leap between the RTX 3090 and the 4070 Super reignites discussions surrounding Moore’s Law, the observation that the number of transistors on a microchip doubles roughly every two years. While the law’s relevance is debated, the rapid advancements showcased by these cards demonstrate the continuous push for performance improvements in the industry.

– Uzair Qureshi

Overall Gaming Performance

In our benchmarks, the RTX 4070 Super outperformed the RTX 3090 by 11% regarding average frames per second. However, the RTX 3090 beat the Super regarding 1% low FPS by approximately 5%. But the overall winner is the 4070 Super due to its stable and higher performance.

Thermal Statistics

In the RTX 4070 Super vs RTX 3090, both deliver impressive gaming muscle, the 4070 Super ran an average 6.3°C cooler across games like Cyberpunk 2077 and God of War. This cooler operation ensures smooth gameplay and translates to longer component lifespans and potentially quieter systems.

Price And Value 

Which Would We Recommend?

RTX 3090: The Nvidia RTX 3090, despite being an older model, remained a strong contender in terms of value in our testing. While it showed a slightly lower average FPS in gaming benchmarks than the RTX 4070 Super, its 1% low FPS suggests a more stable performance during intense gaming scenarios.

RTX 4070 Super: The Nvidia RTX 4070 Super is the winner regarding gaming performance and thermal efficiency, delivers better average FPS in gaming benchmarks, and operates. The price difference makes the RTX 4070 Super attractive for users looking to balance cost and performance.

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Uzair Qureshi

[Comparisons Specialist]

I’m a passionate computer hardware expert specializing in CPUs and GPUs. With a lifelong curiosity for hardware and extensive hands-on experience, I provide valuable insights, practical advice, and in-depth analysis on these components. Engaging with the hardware community, I exchange knowledge and stay at the forefront of technological advancements.

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