Following their formal reveal at CES 2025, NVIDIA has finalized specifications, pricing, and launch timelines for the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5070. Based on the new Blackwell architecture, these GPUs redefine NVIDIA’s mid-range strategy by creating a clear separation in performance, memory capacity, and target resolution.
Rather than offering incremental Ti upgrades, NVIDIA positions the RTX 5070 and 5070 Ti as distinct tiers, each optimized for different gaming scenarios.
⚙️ Key Specifications: A Deliberate Split #
The RTX 5070 Ti is built on a cut-down version of the flagship GB203 die (shared with the RTX 5080), while the standard RTX 5070 uses the smaller, more efficient GB205 silicon.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| GPU Die | GB205 | GB203 |
| CUDA Cores | 6,144 | 8,960 |
| Memory | 12GB GDDR7 | 16GB GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 256-bit |
| Bandwidth | 672 GB/s | 896 GB/s |
| TGP | 250W | 300W |
| MSRP | $549 | $749 |
The VRAM Divide #
- 12GB vs. 16GB is the defining difference
- The RTX 5070 is tuned for high-refresh 1440p
- The RTX 5070 Ti becomes a true entry-level 4K GPU, better suited for future titles with heavy ray tracing and larger texture pools
Performance Delta #
Early performance data indicates:
- ~30–35% higher performance for the RTX 5070 Ti in 4K rasterization
- Larger gains in ray-traced workloads, where memory bandwidth and core count matter most
🗓️ Launch Timeline and Pricing Strategy #
NVIDIA staggered the rollout to maximize market coverage across Q1 2025.
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RTX 5070 Ti
- Launch: February 20, 2025
- MSRP: $749
- Availability: AIB-only, no Founders Edition
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RTX 5070
- Launch: March 5, 2025
- MSRP: $549
- Availability: Founders Edition + AIB models
The absence of a Founders Edition for the 5070 Ti suggests NVIDIA views it as a partner-driven enthusiast SKU, leaving pricing flexibility to board vendors.
🧠 Blackwell Exclusives: DLSS 4 & Neural Rendering #
Both GPUs benefit from the full Blackwell feature stack, creating a meaningful generational leap over RTX 40 series cards.
DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation #
- Powered by 5th Gen Tensor Cores
- Can generate multiple intermediate frames, potentially tripling or quadrupling frame rates in CPU-limited scenarios
- Especially impactful at high resolutions and in simulation-heavy games
Next-Gen Connectivity #
- PCIe 5.0 support
- DisplayPort 2.1a, enabling:
- 4K at extreme refresh rates
- 8K displays without compression (DSC-free)
Reflex 2 with Frame Warp #
- Offsets latency introduced by AI frame generation
- Maintains competitive input responsiveness even with aggressive DLSS settings enabled
🏁 Final Verdict: Which RTX 5070 Is Right for You? #
With a $200 price gap, NVIDIA clearly separates the roles:
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RTX 5070 ($549)
- Ideal for 1440p high-refresh gaming
- Performance roughly matches an RTX 4070 Ti Super at a lower price
- Strong value for competitive and esports-focused players
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RTX 5070 Ti ($749)
- Better long-term investment for 4K gaming
- Wider memory bus and 16GB GDDR7 ensure better future-proofing
- Stronger ray-tracing and AI workloads
NVIDIA’s Blackwell mid-range strategy is no longer about incremental upgrades—it’s about clear resolution targeting, and the RTX 5070 series executes that vision with precision.