Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 hold up for playing Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT in 2026? We've compared its performance against similar tier GPUs to identify the most cost-effective upgrade paths.

Equivalent Performance GPUs

Compare the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 within its class, visualized in FPS.

TARGET GPU
GeForce GTX 1070
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 3070
Next Gen
GeForce RTX 4070
Next Gen

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

Display Pairing

Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070: avoid over-spec or power shortages. We've identified the ideal resolution to maximize your hardware's potential.

Sweet Spot Environment

The optimal configuration that most efficiently translates hardware performance into visual quality.

Sweet Spot
1080p
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 54 FPS

Performance is near 60 FPS, but maintaining stability is difficult even at low settings. Consider lowering the resolution for a smoother experience.

Minimum Playable
1440p
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 32 FPS

Technically playable, but consistently maintaining 60 FPS is difficult even at low settings. A lower resolution or hardware upgrade is recommended for smooth gameplay.

Power Shortage
4K(2160p)
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 15 FPS

Hardware processing power is below the required threshold to maintain a playable experience. A system-wide upgrade is recommended.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070

Visual clarity scales differently depending on physical screen size. Use this matrix to check if your current or planned monitor pairs perfectly with this GPU.

Grade Color Index:
S (Flawless)
A (Sharp / Great)
B (Standard)
C (Rough / Blurry)
F (Low Fidelity)
- (NG / Unsupported)
Resolution ClassFPS Target21"24"27"32"34"42"
1080p
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
C
B
A
C
B
A
C
C
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
1440p
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
A
B
B
C
C
F
4K(2160p)
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
FAQ

FAQ: Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070

What is the optimal setting for playing Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070?

We recommend "1080p / Ultimate / FG: ON" for comfort. By leveraging AI enhancements, you can maintain high visual quality while ensuring smooth gameplay.

Can NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 run Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT on Ultra settings?

Ultra settings average 22 FPS. We recommend none settings to achieve 60FPS (54 FPS).

Can I play Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070?

4K is not recommended for this setup. The game averages only 12 FPS at 4K even on Standard settings. We suggest playing at 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070?

Yes, it is supported. While Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT supports DLSS FG, your NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 is not compatible with it, so this simulation utilizes FSR FG instead. Combining this with FSR upscaling ensures high image quality.

Playable

Featured Games for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070

The potential of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 extends far beyond a single title. We’ve analyzed other popular games that run comfortably (Grade S-B) on this hardware.

Comfort Grade: S