Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti vs 2070 Super – should you upgrade?

We’re having a look at the RTX 4060 Ti vs 2070 Super, to see how powerful this new Nvidia GPU is.

The RTX 4060 Ti release date has been and gone for the 8GB model. Meanwhile, the 16GB version is yet to have an official date though we know in July. There is an argument that 8GB of VRAM is simply too little for gaming in 2023. And though the 16GB model seems promising, the news that it will have the same bandwidth as the 8GB model has come as a real disappointment.

This means there’ll be a lot of people out there considering whether the 4060 Ti is even worth the upgrade. The RTX 2070 Super has enjoyed a far warmer reception in its day, thanks to its balancing of high performance with a reasonable price.

With all that in mind, we’ll be fully comparing these cards in a range of categories to try and give you a complete overview. Hopefully, by the end of it, you’ll have a sense of whether the RTX 4060 Ti is right for you. Let’s get into it.

RTX 4060 Ti vs 2070 Super – specs comparison

	RTX 4060 Ti specs	RTX 2070 Super
Architecture	Lovelace	Turing
CUDA Cores	4,352	2,176
Base Clock (MHz)	2,310	1,470
Boost Clock (MHz)	2,540	1,650
Memory	8/16GB GDDR6	8GB GDDR6
Memory Bus	128-bit	256-bit
Memory Bandwidth	288GB/s	448GB/s
TDP	160/165W	175W

As you can see the specs of these cards differ quite a lot. The RTX 4060 Ti has a significantly larger CUDA core count, as well as a more impressive clock. This is an important baseline by which to assess performance. It’s the CUDA cores that do much of the computing work within the GPU so the more you have the more powerful the card will be.

The clock meanwhile tells you how many cycles are completed per second. These cycles make use of the CUDA cores so these specs complement one another. The clock speed also has an impact on efficiency which helps to explain the RTX 4060 Ti’s lower 160/165TDP.

The two TDPs are explained by there being two versions of the RTX 4060 Ti. One with a VRAM count of 8GB and the other 16GB. The 16GB version arriving soon has a slightly higher price and TDP to reflect this increase in computing power.

The RTX Super is superior in some specs. It has a 256-bit memory bus, twice that of either version of the RTX 4060 Ti. Each 32-bit of memory bus represents a single lane through which information can be exchanged with the VRAM. You can think of this as lanes of traffic, the more lanes, the more information can flow at any one moment. This higher volume goes some way to make up for the 2060 Super’s inferior specs elsewhere.

RTX 4060 Ti vs RTX 2070 Super – architecture

So far, the specs we have discussed would all be rendered useless without considering architecture. It’s this that holds the whole GPU together and allows the distinct parts to interact. As such it has a huge impact on performance.

The RTX 4060 Ti features the Ada Lovelace architecture. That means 4th generation Ray tracing cores and 3rd generation Tensor cores. It’s these which make the whole 40-series some of the best GPUs for ray tracing. It also powers the incredibly effective DLSS 3. This is a neural graphics system that uses the Tensor cores and deep learning algorithms to improve efficiency and upscale resolutions.

The Turning architecture of the RTX 2070 Super is a full two generations behind Lovelace. This means 1st generation Ray tracing cores and 2nd generation Tensor cores. As a result, the card still has good ray tracing ability and DLSS compatibility but both are more rudimentary.

RTX 4060 Ti vs RTX 2070 Super – performance

Now that we have an understanding of the important underlying components of both cards, let’s get into how this translates into actual performance.

Put simply the RTX 4060 Ti will perform better as the newer card, though at a higher cost. Not only are its baseline specs more impressive but the architecture is much more advanced, meaning it can put them to better use. The RTX 4060 Ti is one of the best GPUs for 1080p, plus enjoys a respectable 1440p performance, especially in DLSS 3 compatible games.

The RTX 2070 Super is impressively fast at 1080p, but won’t be able to keep up with the RTX 4060 Ti. Meanwhile, both will begin to suffer at 4K, but if you’re looking for one of the best GPUs for 4K you will struggle to find one in this price range.

The ray tracing performance of the RTX 4060 Ti will also be more impressive, especially in its higher VRAM variant. Overall the RTX 2070 Super is still able to handle the latest games at decent settings, but the RTX 4060 Ti has the edge.

RTX 4060 Ti vs RTX 2070 Super – price

The RTX 4060 Ti price breaks down into two categories. The earlier released 8GB version has an MSRP of $399, while the 16GB variant, scheduled for release in July, costs $499. All the key performance specs apart from VRAM stay the same between the two cards so you are paying $100 in order to double the VRAM, which we reckon is a pretty good deal.

• Amazon US – RTX 4060 Ti
• Best Buy US –RTX 4060 Ti
• Newegg US –RTX 4060 Ti

On release day the RTX 2070 Super had a price of $499, putting it perfectly in line with the 16GB RTX 4060 Ti. The price has remained largely the same since then though you can get some cheaper refurbished cards. Depending on which 4060 Ti model you’re considering, the RTX 2060 card is pretty on par price wise.

RTX 4060 Ti vs RTX 2070 Super – final word

There are two questions to address here. If you are considering buying either the RXT 4060 Ti or the RTX 2070 Super the answer to the question is fairly simple. Going with the latest generation is almost certainly the more sensible choice. If you can get your hands on an RTX 4060 Ti for the MSRP you are getting a more powerful card for a lower price. An especially cheap refurbished RTX 2070 Super could be more worth your while but you’re sure to be more future-proof with the RTX 4060 Ti in either of its two variants.

If you already own an RTX 2070 Super and are wondering whether you should upgrade, the question more comes down to personal preference. You will certainly get a reward for your investment in the form of a performance boost, both in terms of computing power but also ray tracing ability.

However, while the RTX 4060 Ti is a more powerful and capable card, it will not offer a drastically different gaming experience than the RTX 2070 Super. If your budget permits, it could be a good idea to go for an even more powerful card such as the RTX 4070 or 4070 Ti, to allow you to really feel the benefits of upgrading your GPU. Another possible option is to wait for the rumored RX 7800 XT release date.