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GPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce RTX 5090

The GeForce RTX 4070 is much slower than the GeForce RTX 5090 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $5,211.12 cheaper!

  • Up to 234% cheaper$988.88 vs $6,200.00
  • Up to 27% better value for money
  • Up to 164% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 1 year and 10 months newer
  • Up to 234% more expensive$6,200.00 vs $988.88

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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GeForce RTX 5090 ranks 63 points higher.

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Logo
GeForce RTX 4070
29150 TFLOPS
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GeForce RTX 5090
104800 TFLOPS

GeForce RTX 5090 has 260% more compute power.

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GeForce RTX 5090 fills pixels 167% faster.

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GeForce RTX 5090
1636.8 GT/s

GeForce RTX 5090 maps textures 259% faster.

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GeForce RTX 5090 has 20 GB more VRAM.

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GeForce RTX 5090 moves data 255% faster.

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GeForce RTX 4070 draws 375W less power.

Pricehelp

GeForce RTX 4070 is $5,211.12 cheaper.

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512-bit
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Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 4070 or GeForce RTX 5090?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5090. It's 170% faster than the GeForce RTX 4070 on average across 100+ games, scoring 100/100 vs 37/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 5090 than GeForce RTX 4070?expand_more
170% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 4070 or GeForce RTX 5090?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5090 is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 5090 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 100/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 5090?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 scores 37/100, GeForce RTX 5090 scores 100/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 4070 or GeForce RTX 5090 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 4070 or GeForce RTX 5090?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5090 is the stronger pick at 100/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 5090?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.

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