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  • Avg. price: ~£700
  • VRAM: 12 GB
  • Memory bus width: 192 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 250 W

ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.2

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

6.8

Performance

24.0%

6.0

Memory

12.0%

8.7

Power & Cooling

11.0%

9.9

Platform & Features

5.0%

5.1

Design

4.0%

9.8

Connectivity & Media

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 5.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.1

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    4.0

    VRAM

    20.0%

    4.9

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    10

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 7.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    4.0

    VRAM

    20.0%

    6.1

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    10

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 5.9
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    6.1

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    4.0

    VRAM

    10.0%

    4.9

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    10

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 5.5
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    6.1

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    4.0

    VRAM

    15.0%

    4.9

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    10

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 5.3
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    6.1

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    4.0

    VRAM

    20.0%

    4.9

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    10

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is a premium high-end graphics card built on NVIDIA's Blackwell architecture, featuring 6,144 CUDA cores and 12GB of high-speed GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit interface with a 672 GB/s bandwidth. It operates with a 2,685 MHz boost clock in OC mode and utilizes a robust 3.2-slot cooling solution equipped with three scaled-up Axial-tech fans, a vapor chamber, and 0dB technology for silent operation under light loads. Main pros include its exceptional thermal performance that maintains temperatures under 68°C, ultra-quiet acoustics, and premium build quality with a reinforced metal backplate and dual BIOS functionality. However, notable cons include its massive 332mm physical length that requires a spacious chassis, a significant price premium over reference models, and a 12GB VRAM capacity that may limit long-term performance in future memory-intensive AAA titles.

Technical Specifications of ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

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Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

7.2
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a technical score of 7.23 points, which is higher than that of 66.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

6.8

Price

7.1
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is higher than 67.6% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

30.87 TFLOPS
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 delivers 30.87 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is higher than that of 58.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.8% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

12 GB
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has 12 GB of VRAM, which is more than 45.4% of graphics cards and equal to 15.9% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR7
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR7
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 uses GDDR7 memory, which is newer than on 78.4% of graphics cards and equal to 21.6% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

192 bit
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 uses a 192 bit memory bus, which is narrower than that of 50.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 18.8% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

672 GB/s
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 reaches 672 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 67.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.5% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

5.0
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports PCIe 5.0, which is newer than on 74.5% of graphics cards and equal to 25.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

12 Ultimate
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 12.5% of graphics cards and equal to 87.5% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

2.1b
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports DisplayPort 2.1b, which is more advanced than on 78.4% of graphics cards and equal to 21.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

250 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a TDP of 250 W, which is higher than that of 58.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 6.1% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

250 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 draws 250 W under peak load, which is higher than 58.1% of graphics cards and equal to 5.3% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

650 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 recommends a 650 W PSU, which is lower than that of 41.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 14.2% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

250 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a board power limit of 250 W, which is higher than that of 56.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.2% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

332 mm
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is 332 mm long, which is longer than 85.3% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.7% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

147.3 mm
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is 147.3 mm tall, which is taller than 88.9% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.1% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

3.2 slot/s
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 occupies 3.2 slot/s, which is wider than 88.9% of graphics cards and equal in width to 0.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 vs the average graphics card

  • 21.1% higher base clock speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,325 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,325 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.2325 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 47.4% faster memory speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.28000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 50% higher memory bandwidth
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (672 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
    When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (672 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.672 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • Newer PCIe version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer PCIe version than the average graphics card (5 vs 4.0).
    What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
    When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer PCIe version than the average graphics card (5 vs 4.0).5.0 vs 4.0
  • Includes dual BIOS
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Includes dual BIOS for redundancy or overclocking profiles
    When it matters: When you want a safer recovery path after tweaking fan curves or overclock settings, or you need separate quiet and performance profiles.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
  • Newer DisplayPort version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 1.4a).
    What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
    When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 1.4a).2.1b vs 1.4a
  • Newer HDMI version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 2.1).
    What it is: Version of HDMI standard supported
    When it matters: When the card will connect to a modern TV or monitor that needs newer HDMI features for high refresh, VRR, or higher bandwidth modes.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 2.1).2.1b vs 2.1
  • 16 more ROPs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (80 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    What it is: Total number of render output units on the GPU
    When it matters: When you want more context on pixel output capacity, especially for high-resolution play and older raster-heavy engines.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (80 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.80 vs 64
  • 21.1% higher base clock speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,325 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 16 more ROPs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (80 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 8 more compute units
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has more compute units than the average graphics card (48 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 28% higher texture rate
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (482.3 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 21.7% higher pixel rate
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (201 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 35.2% higher FP32 performance
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (30.9 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 47.4% faster memory speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (28,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 50% higher memory bandwidth
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (672 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 50% larger L2 cache
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (48 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • Newer GDDR version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 uses a newer GDDR version than the average graphics card (GDDR7 vs GDDR6).
  • Newer PCIe version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer PCIe version than the average graphics card (5 vs 4.0).
  • 2 newer
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 was released more recently than the average graphics card (2,025 vs 2,023).
  • Newer DisplayPort version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 1.4a).
  • Newer HDMI version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 2.1).
  • Includes dual BIOS
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.

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Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • 16.3% higher TDP
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (250 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 1.2 slot/s wider design
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.2 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.
  • 20.3 mm higher card profile
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is taller than the average graphics card (147.3 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 46.63 mm longer card length
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is longer than the average graphics card (332 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
    What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
    When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.192 bit vs 256 bit
  • 1.2 slot/s wider design
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.2 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.
    What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
    When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.2 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.3.2 slot/s vs 2 slot/s
  • 20.3 mm higher card profile
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is taller than the average graphics card (147.3 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is taller than the average graphics card (147.3 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.147.3 mm vs 127 mm
  • 46.63 mm longer card length
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is longer than the average graphics card (332 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
    What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
    When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is longer than the average graphics card (332 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.332 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 16.3% higher TDP
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (250 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (250 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.250 W vs 215 W
  • 2.3x less popular
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).1 vs 2.3
  • 32.1% more expensive
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is more expensive than the average graphics card (£700 vs £530).
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 is more expensive than the average graphics card (£700 vs £530).£700 vs £530
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What customers like about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070?

  • Exceptional thermal management, often keeping temperatures under 68°C even during extended gaming sessions
  • Whisper-quiet operation at roughly 38 dBA under load and completely silent at idle with 0dB technology
  • Premium build quality featuring a metal backplate and reinforced frame that prevents GPU sag
  • Factory overclock provides a 5-8% performance boost over reference models for 1440p and light 4K gaming
  • Advanced feature set including Dual BIOS switch, Aura Sync ARGB lighting, and extra fan headers for system cooling

What customers dislike about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070?

  • Significant price premium, often costing £100 more than reference designs without delivering proportional FPS gains
  • Massive physical size (357mm length and 3.2 to 3.5-slot width) makes it difficult to fit in many compact cases
  • 12GB VRAM is viewed as a limitation for future-proofing at ultra settings in upcoming memory-intensive titles
  • Bundled software (Armoury Crate/GPU Tweak III) can be resource-heavy or bloated according to some users
  • Diminishing returns for 1080p gamers who could get identical high-refresh performance from much cheaper cards

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26/12/2025
ASUS ROG Strix RTX 5070 OC EditionGo to product viewer dialog for this item. Review - Vivid Repairs

The ASUS ROG Strix RTX 5070 OC Edition delivers exceptional 1440p high-refresh gaming performance and competent, DLSS-assisted 4K capability, serving as a premium iteration of NVIDIA's 50-series architecture. In real-world testing, it completely crushes demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2 with ray tracing enabled, while easily exceeding 400 FPS in competitive...Read more

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gamestar.de
01/07/2025
Die wohl beste Variante der RTX 5070 gibt's jetzt günstig wie nie

The GameStar review highlights the ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 5070 OC Edition as a top-tier custom card, featuring an outstanding triple-fan Axial-tech cooler that ensures low temperatures and quiet operation. It delivers excellent 1440p gaming performance, leveraging GDDR7 memory and DLSS 4 support, while featuring a premium, rigid design. However, the card commands a high price...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
04/03/2025
GeForce RTX 5070 recensione: va davvero come una GeForce RTX 4090?

Overview and Technical Performance The Hardware Upgrade review explores the newly released NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Founders Edition, a dual-slot graphics card built on a slightly cut-down Blackwell GB205 architecture with 48 active SMs and 6,144 CUDA cores. Tested on a high-end AMD Ryzen 9 9950X system, the card delivers a raw generational performance uplift of about 20% in 1440p...Read more

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tweakers.net
29/08/2025
GeForce RTX 5070-videokaarten Round-up. For the full review, visit Tweakers.

According to the Tweakers review round-up, recent price adjustments have improved the value of custom GeForce RTX 5070 cards, with the Gigabyte Gaming OC recognized for superior cooling and power efficiency. The card delivers strong 1440p gaming performance and supports DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, marking a solid, if conventional, mid-range option. Conversely, the review...Read more

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