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Now that the RTX 4070 Super has officially launched, it’s time to choose between all of the best AIB variants. Figuring out what the best specific model of a graphics card is pretty tricky. Most of the time, there’s extremely subtle changes in clock speeds and configurability, though most of this needs to be excavated from pages and pages worth of specs sheets.
Best RTX 4070 Super GPUs in 2024
The base specs of the RTX 4070 Super call for the following:
- 12GB GDDR6X VRAM
- 1980 – 2475 MHz clock speed
- AD104 chip
- 7,168 Shader Units
- 224 Tensor Cores
- 56 RT Cores
- 220W TDP
Of those key specs, the only ones likely to change between AIBs are the possible clock speeds and TDP. Most other specs can’t be changed. Swapping out the VRAM and trying to ‘add in’ more Tensor Cores is far beyond the scope of third-party manufacturers, but overclocking and installing more efficient fans is well within the domain of AIB producers.
1. ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER OC Edition
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC Edition
VRAM
12GB
Base Clock
2565 MHz
Boost Clock
2595 MHz
TDP
220W
The fastest RTX 4070 Super is the ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce OC Edition. While the standard FE clock is configured to start at 1,980 and peak at 2,475 MHz, this edition is fixed between a tight range of 2,585 – 2,595 MHz.
With the clock speed overclocked drastically, you can expect a significant increase in TDP compared to the base 220W. While an exact figure hasn’t been revealed by the manufacturer, you can expect this to eat up anywhere between 250-280W if you factor in the 750W PSU recommended by ASUS. As a caveat, this recommended PSU is calculated with a fully overclocked GPU and CPU, so if you’re not planning to overclock your processor too – you can estimate lower than this.
2. ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Super Twin Edge
ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Super Twin Edge
VRAM
12GB
Base Clock
2,475 MHz
Boost Clock
2,475 MHz
TDP
220W
If you’re in need of a more budget friendly option that aligns with Nvidia’s suggested MSRP, then the ZOTAC Twin Edge variant will offer up exactly what you’re looking for. Clocked at 2,475 MHz with no immediate overclocking capability, this is a great option for anyone seeking components that won’t need much tinkering after you install the GPU.
The TDP will be capped at 220W and is cooled by IceStorm 2.0 Advanced Cooling – fancy words for the two 90mm fans go round and round. Jokes aside, the GPU is optimised in terms of dynamic airflow to keep it cool alongside heatsinks and heat-pipes.
3. ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC Edition
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC Edition
VRAM
12GB
Base Clock
2,520 MHz
Boost Clock
2,550 MHz
TDP
220W
Perhaps the best value for money model available in terms of the RTX 4070 Super, The ASUS DUal GeForce RTX 4070 Super OC clocks speeds between 2550 and 2520 MHz.
Like most of the other graphics cards involved in the RTX 4070 Super range, it’s cooled by standard dual fans. In particular, these fans function through dual ball fan bearings slated to last “twice as long.” You’re only going to have to pay $10 above Nvidia’s MSRP for this custom card, which makes it a great value for money option when you could end up spending nearly $100 more on other models.
How to choose a suitable model of the RTX 4070 Super
If you’re weighing up the options above, we’d recommend you try and figure out a few things: budget and usage requirements, mostly.
If you’re a tech savvy gamer who wants to eek the most out of the hardware – we’d recommend choosing the ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce OC Edition, which is going to net you the most performance. On the other end of the spectrum, if you’re just looking for a budget friendly way to taste next-gen PC gaming, go for the ZOTAC Super Twin Edge, which will offer you a nicely packaged RTX 4070 Super without focusing on much else.
The key things to look out for include clock speed, TDP, and the size of the graphics card itself. In the case of the RTX 4070 Super, there’s not much difference in the size of it than what you’d expect from ordinary GPUs. Regardless, find out what standard of PC case size you own, and make sure that you’ve got enough space inside for your shiny new RTX 4070 Super.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will clock speed affect the RTX 4070 Super?
Generally, a higher clock speed is going to mean you’re going to have a little faster performance. It does come with a drawback – increased power consumption.
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