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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£380VRAM:8 GBMemory bus width:256 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):180 W

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 43 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

5.3

Technical score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

9.5

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 63% of graphics cards
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
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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 distribution
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â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

â–²Better than 54%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

44%

3.6

Performance

24%

5.0

Memory

12%

7.8

Power

11%

7.3

Features

5%

9.2

Design

4%

8.3

Connectivity

â–¼Worse than 79%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 85% of models

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

9.5

Popularity

Grades by review (43)
30 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 20 estimated from the review. 13 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 85%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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What reviewers say about the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

Based on 29 · 15

Reviewers praise its strong gaming performance, efficiency and cool, quiet running, but criticise the memory and the price.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

Based on 196 owners sharing their experience in online comments

83%positive7%mixed10%negative

Owners value its lasting performance and overclocking headroom, while demanding newer games and high temperatures cause the main frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Owners at 1440p or 3440x1440 see dips below 60 fps and stutters in demanding titles, and some find the card too weak for 4K.16
  • Blower-style and some aftermarket cards reach 80–90°C under load, and owners report that a repaste or better cooling lowers temperatures by up to 22°C.11
  • High prices weaken its value5
  • Overclocks above about +200 core and +400 memory can cause crashes, and some games such as Overwatch crash until the overclock is removed.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of graphics card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

44%

3.6

Performance

24%

5.0

Memory

12%

7.8

Power

11%

7.3

Features

5%

9.2

Design

4%

8.3

Connectivity

5.3
Reviews score
8.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

7.5
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
6,837 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
This graphics card scores 6,837 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 81.1% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
1,551 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
This graphics card scores 1,551 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 80.4% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
14,669 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 14,669 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 75.6% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
7,164 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 7,164 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 74.9% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
8.19 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 8.19 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is lower than that of 77.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.3% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
VRAM
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This graphics card has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 56.8% of graphics cards and equal to 25.7% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR5
This graphics card uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85.4% of graphics cards and equal to 13.2% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
256 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 50.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 35.5% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
256 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 256 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 80% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.8% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
8,008 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 8,008 MHz, which is slower than that of 84.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.2% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
3
This graphics card supports PCIe 3, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.1% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 24.1% of graphics cards and equal to 75.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12.1
This graphics card supports DirectX 12.1, which is older than on 77.2% of graphics cards and equal to 4.5% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 80.8% of graphics cards and equal to 13.1% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
8.1 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 65.3% of graphics cards and equal to 22.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
180 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 180 W, which is lower than that of 57.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 5% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
180 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
This graphics card draws 180 W under peak load, which is lower than 60.8% of graphics cards and equal to 4.6% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
500 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 500 W PSU, which is lower than that of 75.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 8.8% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
240 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 240 W, which is higher than that of 52.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
180 W
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What reviewers say
Size
267x 112x 40 mm
Length
267 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
This graphics card is 267 mm long, which is shorter than 59.3% of graphics cards and equal in length to 3.5% of graphics cards.
Height
111 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 111 mm tall, which is shorter than 83.6% of graphics cards and equal in height to 5.1% of graphics cards.
Slot width
2 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 52.4% of graphics cards and equal in width to 43.4% of graphics cards.
Weight
1,075 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 1,075 g, which is heavier than 53.4% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of Graphics cards.
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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti vs the average graphics card

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  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (256 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    256 bit vs 192 bit
  • Supports ECC memory
    This graphics card supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    500 W vs 650 W
  • 16.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 85% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    9.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (43)
    30 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 20 estimated from the review. 13 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.2
  • 14 mm lower card height
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (111 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    111 mm vs 125 mm
  • 14.4% faster VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2002 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    2,002 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 2 more GPUs supported
    This graphics card supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    2 vs 0
  • 16.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 85% of models

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    9.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (43)
    30 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 20 estimated from the review. 13 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.2
  • 21.8% higher sentiment score
    9.5 vs 7.8
  • More FP64 throughput
    This graphics card has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:24 vs 1:64).
    1:24 vs 1:64
  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (256 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    256 bit vs 192 bit
  • Supports ECC memory
    This graphics card supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 14.4% faster VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2002 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    2,002 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 2 more GPUs supported
    This graphics card supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    2 vs 0
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    This graphics card supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    1 vs 0
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    500 W vs 650 W
  • 16.3% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (180 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    180 W vs 215 W
  • 14 mm lower card height
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (111 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    111 mm vs 125 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 32.8% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,683 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,683 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    0 vs 40
  • 2 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
    1 vs 3
  • 21 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (19 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    19 vs 40
  • 3.2x larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    16 nm vs 5 nm
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    8 GB vs 12 GB
  • No DLSS support
    This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • 32.8% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,683 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,683 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    0 vs 40
  • 21 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (19 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    19 vs 40
  • 144 fewer AI cores
    This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    0 vs 144
  • 33.2% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (107.7 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    107.7 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 32.3% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (255.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    255.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 63.8% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (8.2 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    8.19 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 16.3% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,607 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,607 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 6 years older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2017 vs 2023).
    November 2017
    2017 vs 2023
  • 53.7% lower gaming score
    This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (6,837 points vs 14,779 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14,779 points.
    6,837 points vs 14,779 points
  • 83% lower ray tracing score
    This graphics card has a lower ray tracing score than the average graphics card (1,551 points vs 9,148 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,148 points.
    1,551 points vs 9,148 points
  • 35.2% lower PassMark score
    This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (14,669 points vs 22,638 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,638 points.
    14,669 points vs 22,638 points
  • 32 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (152 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    152 vs 184
  • 99.6% lower FP16 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
    0.13 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS
  • 40.6% lower compute score
    This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (7,164 points vs 12,70.5 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12,070.5 points.
    7,164 points vs 12,070.5 points
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 57.9% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    8,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 42.9% lower memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (256 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    256 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 91.7% smaller L2 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    2 MB vs 24 MB
  • 62.5% smaller L1 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (48 KB vs 128 KB). The average graphics card has 128 KB L1 cache.
    48 KB vs 128 KB
  • 3.2x larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    16 nm vs 5 nm
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • No DLSS support
    This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No ray tracing
    This graphics card does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
  • Older PCIe version
    This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
    3 vs 4
  • No AI upscalers
    This graphics card does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    This graphics card does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • No Resizable BAR
    This graphics card does not support Resizable BAR, while the average graphics card does. 76.4% of Graphics cards support it.
  • Older DirectX version
    This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12.1 vs 12 Ultimate).
    12.1 vs 12 Ultimate
  • Older shader model
    This graphics card supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (6.4 vs 6.8).
    6.4 vs 6.8
  • No sampler feedback
    This graphics card does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 68.6% fewer transistors
    This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (7,200 million vs 22,900 million). The average graphics card has 22,900 million transistors.
    7,200 million vs 22,900 million
  • Older FSR version
    This graphics card supports an older FSR version than the average graphics card (3 vs 3.1).
    3 vs 3.1
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1a).
    2.0b vs 2.1a
  • No AV1 decoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    This graphics card does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    This graphics card supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
    1.4 vs 1.4a
  • More basic codec support
    This graphics card encodes more basic formats than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
    H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
  • Older HDCP version
    This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
    2.2 vs 2.3
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (3 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    3 vs 6
  • 62.5% lower DisplayPort bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower DisplayPort bandwidth than the average graphics card (8.1 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps). The average graphics card has DisplayPort bandwidth of 21.6 Gbps.
    8.1 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps
  • 2 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
    1 vs 3
  • 9 °C higher load temperature
    This graphics card has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (76 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
    76 °C vs 67 °C
  • 5.6 dB noisier under load
    This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (41 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
    41 dB vs 35.4 dB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Rasekh-TechBenchmarkX
≈ estimated
20/08/2023
Benchmark review · 2023 gaming tests at 1080p
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is still a solid pick for 1080p gaming at medium-high settings in 2023, but not for 1440p or 4K at ultra.
9.0
eTeknix
≈ estimated
02/10/2022
Long-term test · 18-game benchmarks and value comparison
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti still keeps up with newer budget cards and offers strong value, mainly on the used market.
8.0
zWORMz Gaming
≈ estimated
24/10/2021
Hands-on review · game benchmarks and value verdict
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is worth buying only at a budget price, since it plays games well at 1080p.
8.0
Digital Foundry
≈ estimated
28/11/2017
Hands-on review · performance, overclocking and cooler
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a very good card between the GTX 1070 and GTX 1080, but value and an aging architecture weigh against it.
6.0
Linus Tech Tips
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Hands-on review · benchmarks, power, thermals and pricing
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is no Vega killer at MSRP, but it holds up against Vega's pricing and availability.
Overview video
Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
gamersnexus.net
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Benchmark review · Vega 56 comparison
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a solid 1440p card that beats Vega 56 in most games tested, though the GTX 1080 is still faster.
9.5
babeltechreviews.com
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Full review · Design and cooling
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti borrows much of the GTX 1080's design and core count, but its GDDR5 memory is slower than the 1080's.
8.0
bit-tech.net
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Full review · Noise and power
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a direct rival to Vega 56 that runs quieter and draws less power, though 4K needs lower settings.
9.0
hothardware.com
✓ explicit
02/11/2017
Full review · Design and outputs
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti has GTX 1080-style cooling and outputs ready for 4K at 120 Hz, but its memory is slower than the 1080's.
8.0
au.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
14/11/2017
Benchmark review · Founders Edition
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti runs close to a GTX 1080 and often beats the Radeon RX Vega 64, though its slower GDDR5 memory is its main limit.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
02/11/2017
Game test review · Founders Edition
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti lands near GTX 1080 performance and often beats Radeon RX Vega 64, though its slower GDDR5 memory caps it below the GTX 1080.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
02/11/2017
Gaming test · Founders Edition
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti reaches near-GTX 1080 frame rates at 1440p, though it draws as much power as the GTX 1080.
10
techpowerup.com
✓ explicit
02/11/2017
Technical analysis · Founders Edition
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti sits between the GTX 1070 and GTX 1080, with a core count close to the GTX 1080's, but slower GDDR5 memory holds it back.
8.0
rockpapershotgun.com
≈ estimated
30/01/2018
Game benchmark review · Partner cards
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti holds 60 fps at 1440p in most games and stays close to the GTX 1080, but 4K needs lower settings.
8.0
greenfoldingathome.com
≈ estimated
23/02/2019
Folding@Home test · Efficiency review
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a strong Folding@Home card, beating the GTX 1070 on output and efficiency, but its Windows drivers hold it back.
7.0
igorslab.de
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Lab test · MSI Titanium card
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a solid 1440p card that lands ahead of Vega 56 in some tests, but it does not decisively beat AMD's rival.
tweaktown.com
02/11/2017
Not graded yet
8.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Lab test · Custom card comparison
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti runs almost as fast as a GTX 1080, and its Asus Strix and Inno3D iChill X3 versions stay quiet under load.
9.0
notebookcheck.com
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Lab test · Game benchmarks
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti Founders Edition sits between the GTX 1070 and GTX 1080, running Full HD and 1440p easily and many games at 4K on high detail.
8.0
pcmasters.de
≈ estimated
16/03/2018
Hands-on test · RGB white design
Verdict
The KFA2 GeForce GTX 1070 Ti EX-SNPR White suits white builds, with bright RGB lighting and fans that mostly stay off at idle, but runs at standard clocks.
8.0
pcgameshardware.de
≈ estimated
02/11/2017
Benchmark test · Partner cards
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti sits between the GTX 1070 and GTX 1080 and beats Radeon RX Vega 56 in most tests, though memory limits overclocking.
9.0
tweakpc.de
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Benchmark test · Vega comparison
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti suits 1440p and higher, where it beats Radeon RX Vega 56 and nearly matches the GTX 1080, though Vega 64 wins at 4K.
8.9
hardware-news.de
✓ explicit
27/04/2021
Benchmark review · Gaming results
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti suits 1440p gaming, averaging 89 fps in The Witcher 3, and runs 5-10% behind the GTX 1080 in synthetic tests.
8.6
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
27 de noviembre de 2017
Hands-on test · Temperatures and power
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a strong Full HD and 1440p card that stays under 69°C in games and draws modest power.
9.0
geektopia.es
≈ estimated
16/01/2018
Overclocking test · Founders Edition
Verdict
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti gains about 10% from overclocking and nears GTX 1080 speed, though some games stay unstable when pushed harder.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

  • Excellent 1440p gaming performance, often maintaining 60+ FPS in modern titles
  • Highly overclockable, with the potential to reach stock GTX 1080 performance levels
  • Great power efficiency compared to contemporary rivals like AMD's Vega series
  • Stays cool and quiet, especially when using aftermarket dual or triple-fan coolers
  • Solid 8GB VRAM capacity keeps it relevant for modern textures and high-resolution gaming
  • Impressive longevity and resale value, still viable for 1080p gaming in 2024-2026

What customers don't like about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

  • Lacks modern technologies like hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing and Mesh Shaders
  • Uses older GDDR5 memory instead of the faster GDDR5X found on the GTX 1080
  • Nvidia restricted factory overclocks, requiring users to manually tune for peak performance
  • Founders Edition (blower style) models can run loud and reach thermal throttling limits
  • Struggles with the absolute latest 'unoptimized' AAA titles at high settings
  • No support for DLSS, which is a major disadvantage compared to newer RTX cards

Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is a high-end graphics card built on the 16nm Pascal architecture, featuring 2,432 CUDA cores, a base clock of 1,607 MHz, and a boost clock of 1,683 MHz. It is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 256 GB/s of bandwidth, and carries a TDP of 180W via a single 8-pin power connector. Its main characteristics include performance that closely rivals the more expensive GTX 1080 and strong 1440p gaming capabilities, with pros such as high energy efficiency and significant overclocking headroom that can bridge the gap to flagship-level speeds. However, notable cons include the lack of modern hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS support, as well as its reliance on older GDDR5 memory rather than the faster GDDR5X found in the 1080.

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