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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£600
  • Avg. price in US: ~$740
  • VRAM: 12 GB
  • Memory bus width: 192 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 250 W

ASUS TUF Gaming 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.

7.0

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%

7.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.0

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%

6.4

Performance

24.0%

5.9

Memory

12.0%

8.4

Power & Cooling

11.0%

9.7

Platform & Features

5.0%

5.5

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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is a high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's Blackwell architecture, featuring 6,144 CUDA cores and 12GB of next-generation GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit interface with a 672 GB/s bandwidth. It operates at a boost clock of 2610 MHz in default mode (up to 2640 MHz in OC mode) and includes fourth-generation RT cores and fifth-generation Tensor cores for advanced AI and ray-tracing capabilities. Housed in a durable 3.125-slot vented exoskeleton with military-grade components and triple Axial-tech fans, the card offers excellent cooling, quiet operation, and dual BIOS functionality for switching between performance and quiet modes. Main pros include its superior 1440p and 4K performance using DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, outstanding thermal management, and improved power efficiency over previous generations. However, notable cons include its substantial physical size and weight (329 mm length), a relatively high 250W power draw requiring at least a 750W PSU, and a memory capacity that some enthusiasts find limited for the most demanding future-proof workloads.

Technical Specifications of ASUS TUF Gaming 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

7.0
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a technical score of 6.98 points, which is higher than that of 61.4% 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 TUF Gaming 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%

7.0

Overall score

40.0%

7.4

Price

7.1
ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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

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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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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

7680x4320
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 44.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 55.6% of graphics cards.
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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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

750 W
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 recommends a 750 W PSU, which is higher than that of 62.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 17.5% 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

300 W
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a board power limit of 300 W, which is higher than that of 67.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 6.3% 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

329 mm
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is 329 mm long, which is longer than 80.4% 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

140 mm
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is 140 mm tall, which is taller than 76.4% of graphics cards and equal in height to 5.6% 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

3.125 slot/s
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 occupies 3.125 slot/s, which is wider than 88.1% of graphics cards and equal in width to 0.4% 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

1,512 g
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 weighs 1512 g, which is heavier than 77.1% of graphics cards.
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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 vs the average graphics card

  • 21.1% higher base clock speed
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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
  • 4.4% higher boost clock speed
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,610 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,610 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.2610 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 47.4% faster memory speed
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.
  • Newer DisplayPort version
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 2.1).2.1b vs 2.1
  • 21.1% higher base clock speed
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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.
  • 4.4% higher boost clock speed
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,610 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 16 more ROPs
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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.
  • 2.12x higher INT8 performance
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher INT8 performance than the average graphics card (988 TOPS vs 466 TOPS). The average graphics card has INT8 performance of 466 TOPS.
  • 47.4% faster memory speed
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 uses a newer GDDR version than the average graphics card (GDDR7 vs GDDR6).
  • Newer PCIe version
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer PCIe version than the average graphics card (5 vs 4.0).
  • 2 newer
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 was released more recently than the average graphics card (2,025 vs 2,023).
  • Newer DisplayPort version
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 1.4a).
  • Newer HDMI version
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1b vs 2.1).
  • Includes dual BIOS
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 includes dual BIOS, the average graphics card does not.

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Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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.
  • No XeSS support
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • 15.4% higher PSU requirement
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (750 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 16.3% higher TDP
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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.
  • 36.4% higher board power limit
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (300 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
  • 54.5% higher idle power draw
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (17 W vs 11 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 11 W.
  • 1.13 slot/s wider design
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.1 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.
  • 43.63 mm longer card length
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is longer than the average graphics card (329 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 13 mm higher card profile
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is taller than the average graphics card (140 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 51.5% heavier card weight
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is heavier than the average graphics card (1,512 g vs 998 g). The average graphics card weighs 998 g.
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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
  • 1.13 slot/s wider design
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.1 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3.1 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.3.125 slot/s vs 2 slot/s
  • No XeSS support
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
    What it is: Supports Intel XeSS AI upscaling technology
    When it matters: When the games you play support Intel XeSS and you want another upscaling option.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • 43.63 mm longer card length
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is longer than the average graphics card (329 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is longer than the average graphics card (329 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.329 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 13 mm higher card profile
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is taller than the average graphics card (140 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is taller than the average graphics card (140 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.140 mm vs 127 mm
  • 15.4% higher PSU requirement
    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (750 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    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

    ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (750 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.750 W vs 650 W
  • 16.3% higher TDP
    ASUS TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming 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 TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).
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What customers like about ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070?

  • Excellent thermal performance, typically staying below 64°C-66°C under heavy load
  • Extremely quiet operation, featuring a fan-stop mode for silent use at idle
  • High-quality, rugged build with a metal backplate and military-grade components
  • Strong 1440p gaming performance, especially with DLSS 4 and Ray Tracing enabled
  • Versatile connectivity with two HDMI 2.1b ports and three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors
  • Useful features like a dual BIOS switch and efficient AV1 encoding for streamers

What customers dislike about ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070?

  • 12GB VRAM is considered limiting and a risk for future-proofing in 2025/2026 titles
  • High price premium (often $100-$190 over MSRP) makes it a poor value compared to AMD or higher-tier NVIDIA cards
  • Minor performance leap over the previous generation's RTX 4070 Super
  • Massive physical size (330mm length, 3-slot thickness) may cause compatibility issues in smaller cases
  • Occasional reports of coil whine at very high, uncapped frame rates

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thinkcomputers.org
09/04/2025
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 OC Edition Graphics Card Review For in-depth analysis, explore the full review at TechPowerUp.

The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 OC Edition is described as a high-performance, Blackwell-based (GB205) card designed for superior 1440p gaming, featuring 6,144 CUDA cores and a 2,610 MHz boost clock. Key strengths include exceptional build quality, excellent thermal efficiency via a massive heatsink with three Axial-tech fans, and broad display support, making it run remarkably...Read more

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guru3d.com
05/03/2025
ASUS TUF GeForce RTX 5070 OC review

The ASUS TUF GeForce RTX 5070 OC is a well-balanced graphics card built on NVIDIA's 5 nm manufacturing process (GB205-300-A1 architecture) that targets the gaming "sweet spot" for 1440p (QHD) and entry-level 4K (UHD) resolutions. Operating at a factory-boosted clock speed of 2,610 MHz out of the box, the card packs 6,144 CUDA cores, 48 Ray Tracing cores, and 192 Tensor cores, which...Read more

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overclock3d.net
05/03/2025
ASUS RTX 5070 TUF OC Review - OC3D - Overclock 3D

The ASUS RTX 5070 TUF OC features a robust, industrial design focused on thermal efficiency, utilizing three 11-bladed fans, extensive heat pipes, and a pass-through backplate for superior VRM and memory cooling. Pros include this premium, high-rigidity cooling solution derived from the ROG line, paired with standard 16-pin power support for reliable, utilitarian performance....Read more

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techpowerup.com
19/03/2025
ASUS GeForce RTX 5070 TUF OC Review - TechPowerUp

The ASUS GeForce RTX 5070 TUF OC, based on NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture with 12 GB of GDDR7 memory, delivers superior 1440p gaming performance with an exceptionally quiet and cool triple-fan cooling solution. Key advantages include its robust build quality, dual BIOS functionality, and enhanced display outputs. However, the review highlights significant drawbacks, including a...Read more

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vividrepairs.co.uk
06/11/2025
ASUS TUF RTX 5070 Gaming Graphics Card Review UK 2026

The Vivid Repairs review gives the ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 OC GPU an overall score of 8.1 out of 10, praising it as a highly capable upper mid-range card specifically optimized for high-refresh rate 1440p gaming. Built on NVIDIA's Blackwell architecture using the GB205 GPU, the card features 5,888 CUDA cores and a factory-overclocked boost clock of 2610 MHz. In...Read more

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tweaktown.com
14/03/2025
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 OC Edition Review - TweakTown

The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 OC Edition is a premium, robustly designed mid-range graphics card that delivers exceptional 1440p performance out of the box. Built on NVIDIA's Blackwell architecture, it features a revamped "metal exoskeleton" design with futuristic sci-fi aesthetics, military-grade components, and an effective cooling system that keeps temperatures around a...Read more

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overclock3d.net
05/03/2025
ASUS RTX 5070 TUF OC Review - OC3D

The ASUS RTX 5070 TUF OC, as reviewed by Overclock3D, features exceptional build quality, including a robust metal exoskeleton and a massive 3.125-slot heatsink that provides outstanding cooling. This high-end engineering ensures superior thermal performance, stability, and includes useful accessories like a GPU holder, representing a "big thumbs up" for ASUS's hardware execution....Read more

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tweakers.net
29/08/2025
GeForce RTX 5070-videokaarten Round-up

summary of the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics cards: The mid-range GPU market is seeing renewed interest following a price drop for the GeForce RTX 5070, which launched with a recommended price of €654 but has seen real-world store prices decline to around €550. Built on Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture (using a GB205 chip, 6,144 cores, and a 192-bit memory bus), the card struggles to...Read more

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