RTX 4090 Graphics Card
Ada Lovelace · 24 GB GDDR6X
MSRP
RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card
Blackwell · 16 GB GDDR7
MSRP
Our verdict
The RTX 4090 Graphics Card takes the performance lead with a 13% higher overall score, driven by its 16,384 shader cores, 24 GB of memory, and 82.6 TFLOPS TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 34% more frames per second across demanding titles like Alan Wake 2 and Black Myth Wukong.
However, the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card tells a compelling value story. At $749 versus the RTX 4090 Graphics Card's $1599 price tag, it costs 113% less while delivering performance that's only 13% behind. Its 16 GB of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.
Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card is the smarter purchase. The RTX 4090 Graphics Card only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.
Performance winner
RTX 4090 Graphics Card
13% faster overall
Best value for money
RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card
42% better value per dollar
RTX 4090 Graphics Card best for
Raw performance
13% faster overall
Memory
Performance
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Power
Gaming benchmarks (avg FPS at 1440p ultra)
Synthetic & compute benchmarks
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 4090 Graphics Card worth $850 more than the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card?
It depends on your needs. The RTX 4090 Graphics Card scores 93 overall vs 82 for the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the RTX 4090 Graphics Card or RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card?
The RTX 4090 Graphics Card delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The RTX 4090 Graphics Card provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card handle 4K gaming?
The RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the RTX 4090 Graphics Card is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.
Which should I buy, the RTX 4090 Graphics Card or RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card?
Choose the RTX 5070 Ti Graphics Card if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the RTX 4090 Graphics Card if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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Score 93 VS 97
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