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Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER and Radeon RX 6950 XT, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
48
12GB , 220W
Radeon RX 6950 XT +3%
50
16GB , 335W

Radeon RX 6950 XT outperforms GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER by a minimal 3% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER with 12GB VRAM (Ada Lovelace architecture), against the Radeon RX 6950 XT with 16GB VRAM (RDNA 2 architecture). Both graphics cards offer competitive value for their respective price points. The GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is more power-efficient, consuming 220W compared to 335W. On this page, you will find detailed benchmark comparisons, technical specifications, value score analysis, and key differences to help you choose the right graphics card for your needs and budget.

Key Differences

An overview of the main advantages of each graphics card

Reasons to consider the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

12% better value score (25 versus 22)
34% lower power consumption (220W versus 335W)
$133 lower current price ($849 versus $982)
DLSS support with broader game compatibility and better performance scaling

Reasons to consider the Radeon RX 6950 XT

3% higher 3DMark score (21,878 versus 21,214)
33% more VRAM: 16GB versus 12GB

Value Score Comparison

Price-to-performance value analysis

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
+12% better value
25
Radeon RX 6950 XT
22

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
21,214
Radeon RX 6950 XT
+3%
21,878

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Radeon RX 6950 XT
Architecture Ada Lovelace RDNA 2
VRAM Size 12 GB 16 GB
TDP 220W 335W
Current Price $849
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$982
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Conclusion

For energy efficiency and lower power consumption, the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is the better choice. If you plan to game at higher resolutions or use VRAM-intensive applications, the Radeon RX 6950 XT with 16GB VRAM provides more headroom. Budget-conscious buyers will appreciate the GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER's lower 849 price point. Both graphics cards have their strengths, so choose based on your specific gaming needs, budget constraints, and performance requirements.