Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Review

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090, upon its release, disappointed many with its marginal performance boost over the RTX 4090, especially given its significantly higher cost. On the other hand, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, while not a huge leap in performance from its predecessor, offers a more budget-friendly option, making it the most practical choice from the Blackwell lineup for those not looking to splurge.

Priced at a base of $749, the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti stands out as an exceptional 4K graphics card, effectively overshadowing the pricier RTX 5080. However, it's important to note that the RTX 5070 Ti model I reviewed, an aftermarket version from MSI, comes at a steeper $1,099, which is even more than the $999 RTX 5080. If you can secure the RTX 5070 Ti at its base price of $749, it's likely the best choice for most gamers, particularly those interested in 4K gaming.

Purchasing Guide

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti hits the market on February 20, 2025, starting at $749. Keep in mind, though, that this is just the starting price; higher-end models can climb much higher. At $749, it's a solid value, but the higher the price, the less compelling it becomes, especially as it approaches the cost of the RTX 5080.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti – Photos

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Specs and Features

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is the third graphics card to utilize Nvidia's Blackwell architecture. Originally designed for supercomputers powering AI models like ChatGPT, this architecture has been adapted for gaming GPUs, maintaining a strong AI focus.

This card uses the same GB203 GPU as the RTX 5080, but with 14 streaming multiprocessors (SM) disabled, resulting in 70 SMs, 8,960 CUDA cores, 70 RT cores, and 280 Tensor Cores. It also features 16GB of GDDR7 RAM, though slightly slower than the RTX 5080. The Tensor Cores are a highlight, with Nvidia relying heavily on AI-driven upscaling and frame generation to enhance performance.

A notable addition is the AI Management Processor (AMP), which now handles workload distribution on the GPU, a task previously managed by the CPU. This change significantly improves the efficiency of technologies like DLSS and frame generation.

DLSS has been revamped to use a Transformer model, improving image quality by reducing ghosting and other artifacts. DLSS 4 introduces Multi-Frame Generation (MFG), which can generate up to three frames for each rendered frame, theoretically boosting frame rates by up to 4x, though with potential increases in latency, mitigated somewhat by Nvidia's Reflex technology.

With a Total Board Power of 300W, the RTX 5070 Ti is only slightly more power-hungry than the RTX 4070 Ti and RTX 4070 Ti Super, both at 285W. Nvidia recommends a 750W power supply, but for safety, an 850W PSU is advisable, especially for high-end models like the MSI Vanguard Edition reviewed here.

DLSS 4 – Is It Worth It?

The RTX 5070 Ti's performance is enhanced by DLSS 4, particularly through Multi-Frame Generation. This technology can significantly boost frame rates on high-refresh-rate monitors, though it may slightly increase latency.

In Cyberpunk 2077 with Ray Tracing Overdrive and DLSS set to performance, the RTX 5070 Ti achieved 46 fps with 43ms latency. With 2x frame generation, the frame rate increased to 88 fps, with latency rising to 49ms. At 4x frame generation, the frame rate reached 157 fps, but latency increased to 55ms, showing a 3.4x increase in frame rate.

In Star Wars Outlaws at 4K Max settings with DLSS on performance, the RTX 5070 Ti hit 67 fps. With 2x frame generation, this rose to 111 fps, with latency dropping from 47ms to 34ms thanks to Reflex. At 4x frame generation, the frame rate reached 188 fps, with latency increasing to 37ms.

While MFG can make games appear smoother on high-refresh displays, it may not make them more responsive due to increased latency. However, with a solid initial frame rate, the impact of this latency is minimal, and the RTX 5070 Ti comfortably handles 4K gaming.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti – Benchmarks

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Performance

At 4K, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti outperforms the RTX 4070 Ti Super by 11% and the RTX 4070 Ti by 21%, offering a significant generational improvement. It consistently achieves over 60 fps at 4K, even in demanding titles like Black Myth Wukong and Cyberpunk 2077.

Test System

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard: Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Hero
• RAM: 32GB G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo @ 6,000MHz
• SSD: 4TB Samsung 990 Pro
• CPU Cooler: Asus ROG Ryujin III 360

The RTX 5070 Ti was tested at stock settings on the MSI Vanguard SOC model, though the review is scored based on the $749 MSRP of the base GPU. All tests used the most recent drivers and live versions of games, without frame generation but with appropriate upscaling technology where supported.

In 3DMark Speed Way, the RTX 5070 Ti scored 7,590 points, a 19% increase over the RTX 4070 Ti Super and 36% over the RTX 4070 Ti. In Port Royal, it achieved 18,839 points, compared to 15,670 and 14,136 for the RTX 4070 Ti Super and RTX 4070 Ti, respectively.

In games, performance varied. In Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 at 4K Extreme, the RTX 5070 Ti hit 121 fps, a 5% improvement over the RTX 4070 Ti Super. In Cyberpunk 2077 with Ray Tracing Ultra, it achieved 75 fps, a 9% and 17% lead over the RTX 4070 Ti Super and RTX 4070 Ti, respectively.

Metro Exodus: Enhanced Edition saw the RTX 5070 Ti at 48 fps at 4K Extreme, compared to 45 fps for the RTX 4070 Ti Super and 42 fps for the RTX 4070 Ti. Red Dead Redemption 2 was an exception, with the RTX 5070 Ti slightly slower at 113 fps compared to 115 fps for the RTX 4070 Ti Super.

Total War: Warhammer 3, without ray tracing or upscaling, saw the RTX 5070 Ti at 78 fps at 4K max settings, a 15% and 30% improvement over the RTX 4070 Ti Super and RTX 4070 Ti, respectively.

Assassin's Creed Mirage at 4K Ultra High saw the RTX 5070 Ti at 149 fps, compared to 141 fps and 132 fps for the RTX 4070 Ti Super and RTX 4070 Ti, respectively. In Black Myth Wukong at 4K Cinematic with DLSS at 40%, it achieved 66 fps, a 10% improvement over the RTX 4070 Ti Super.

Forza Horizon 5 at 4K Extreme saw the RTX 5070 Ti at 152 fps, a 15% and 21% improvement over the RTX 4070 Ti Super and RTX 4070 Ti, respectively, and a 10% lead over the Radeon RX 7900 XT.

In summary, if you can find the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti at its base price of $749, it offers the best value for 4K gaming, providing a significant performance uplift over its predecessor while being more affordable than the RTX 4070 Ti.