Architect's technical teardown: VRAM capacity, memory bandwidth, TDP, and AI throughput — compared head-to-head for local LLM workloads.
The budget Blackwell entry. Optimized for 12B-14B models with the latest tensor cores for FP4 precision support.
The most affordable 16GB NVIDIA card. Perfect for local AI hobbyists wanting access to larger VRAM pools without the ultra-premium price.
| Metric | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12GB | 16GB |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s | 672 GB/s |
| AI Throughput (TOPS) | 988 | 706 |
| TDP (Power Draw) | 250W | 285W |
| Est. Price | $649.99 | $599.99 |