H2H

GeForce RTX 4090VSGeForce RTX 5070

Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison

🎮 Tested in 0 games3 resolutions: 1080p / 1440p / 4KCurrent catalog dataTesting methodology
GeForce RTX 4090
♜ WINNERGeForce RTX 4090+1%Better overall performance
GeForce RTX 5070
NVIDIARTX 4090

948,84 €Average price

VS

520,33 €Average price

NVIDIARTX 5070
VS
WINNERRTX 40900%H2H overall index
Prestazioni7563
Efficienza5684
Price / Performance6681
Data confidence7575

Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.

SUMMARY PROFILE

Verified-metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

RTX 4090GeForce RTX 4090NVIDIA
RTX 5070GeForce RTX 5070NVIDIA
H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
7563
Efficiency
5684
Price / performance
6681
Memory capacity
10080
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA

Hardware used by streamers

Real public setups linked to each device.

Open streamer setups
GeForce RTX 4090NVIDIARTX 40900

No verified public setup yet

0verified setups
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GeForce RTX 5070NVIDIARTX 50700

No verified public setup yet

0verified setups
RISULTATO DEL CONFRONTO

The devices received the same overall score

RTX 4090 leads in combined gaming performance. RTX 5070 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.

PERFORMANCE DIFFERENCE0%

Performance is nearly identical

PRICE DIFFERENCE429 €

RTX 5070 costs less

CATALOG POSITION

Graphics card ranking

Full ranking →

The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 30–35of 723
RTX 4090#32position in the GPU ranking
RTX 5070#33position in the GPU ranking
COMPARISON VERDICT

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

GeForce RTX 4090

0 Mi piace

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

$/FPSBEST PRICE / FPS

GeForce RTX 5070

81/100 · Price $549

The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.

PUNTEGGIO COMPLESSIVO

Panoramica

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryRTX 4090RTX 5070
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
75Better
63
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
73Better
55
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
58Better
49
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
56
84Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
70
70
CONFRONTO COMPLETO

Specifiche

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationRTX 4090RTX 5070
TFLOPS82.58Better30.87
Clock speed2235 - 2520 MHz2325 - 2512 MHzBetter
Base clock2235 MHz2325 MHzBetter
Boost clock2520 MHzBetter2512 MHz
VRAM24 GB GDDR6XBetter12 GB GDDR7
Memory typeGDDR6XGDDR7Better
VRAM capacity24 GBBetter12 GB
Frequenza della memoria21 GHz28 GHzBetter
Memory bus384 bitBetter192 bit
Memory bandwidth1008 GB/sBetter672 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 5x16Better
Power connector16 pin16 pin
Power consumption450 W250 WBetter
TDP450 W250 WBetter
Process node5 nm4 nmBetter
Release date20222025Better
Architecture
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
Maximum displays
Maximum resolution
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
Launch price
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Memory cache

FPS nei giochi

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HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexRTX 4090RTX 5070Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100756317%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100806915%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100826819%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 1001008022%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100568440%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexRTX 4090RTX 5070Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100867119%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100857019%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100826819%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100897221%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100836820%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

Basic information

SpecificationsRTX 4090RTX 5070
Architecture
Process node5 nm4 nmBetter
Release date20222025Better
Launch price

Detailed specifications

SpecificationsRTX 4090RTX 5070
Transistor count
Die size
Shader units / cores
Base clock2235 MHz2325 MHzBetter
Boost clock2520 MHzBetter2512 MHz

Form factor and compatibility

SpecificationsRTX 4090RTX 5070
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 5x16Better
Length
Thickness
Recommended PSU
Power connector16 pin16 pin

VRAM capacity and type

SpecificationsRTX 4090RTX 5070
VRAM24 GB GDDR6XBetter12 GB GDDR7
Memory typeGDDR6XGDDR7Better
Memory bus384 bitBetter192 bit
Memory bandwidth1008 GB/sBetter672 GB/s
Memory cache

Connectivity and outputs

SpecificationsRTX 4090RTX 5070
HDMI
DisplayPort
USB Type-C
Maximum displays
Maximum resolution

API and SDK compatibility

SpecificationsRTX 4090RTX 5070
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER

Other comparisons

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Reviews and questions

AI EXPLAIN · HEAD TO HEAD

Explain this comparison

Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.

Device ARTX 409070
Device BRTX 507070
What AI will explain

Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.

REAL CONFIGURATIONS

Owner experiences

Real builds, results, and community feedback.

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FAQ · CHOOSE BY USE CASE

Domande frequenti sul confronto

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: RTX 4090 or RTX 5070?

RTX 4090 has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 5070 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

RTX 4090 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

RTX 4090 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

RTX 4090 offers more overall performance, while RTX 4090 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

RTX 4090 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

RTX 5070 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

RTX 4090 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 4090 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

RTX 4090 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

RTX 5070 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

RTX 5070 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to RTX 4090 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.