Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER hold up for playing VALORANT 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 RTX 2070 SUPER against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Radeon RX 6650 XT
Technical Peer
TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Selected GPU
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Marginally Slower

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER within its class, visualized in FPS.

TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Next Gen

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
1-Tier Step-up
GeForce RTX 3070
2-Tier Step-up
Display Pairing

VALORANT x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for VALORANT on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER: 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.

Over-Spec
1080p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 927 FPS

Computational resources are excessive for the current resolution. A higher resolution environment is recommended to utilize hardware potential.

Over-Spec
1440p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 545 FPS

Computational resources are excessive for the current resolution. A higher resolution environment is recommended to utilize hardware potential.

Sweet Spot
4K(2160p)
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 265 FPS

The ultimate balance that can fully utilize 144Hz+ monitors. An environment without any compromise that gives you an edge in competitive scenes.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

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
A
S
S
S
C
B
A
A
C
B
A
A
C
C
F
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
S
S
C
B
A
A
C
B
A
A
C
C
F
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
S
C
B
A
A
C
B
A
A
C
C
F
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
F
F
1440p
FPS LIMIT
144
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
F
F
4K(2160p)
FPS LIMIT
144
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
S
S
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
S
S
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
S
S
FAQ

FAQ: VALORANT x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

What is the optimal setting for playing VALORANT with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

With performance to spare, we recommend "1440p / Ultimate / FG: OFF". Increasing resolution allows you to enjoy maximum native fidelity without needing extra enhancements.

Can NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER run VALORANT on Ultra settings?

Yes. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER averages 927 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p, providing a smooth experience. You can also expect a smooth average of 265 FPS at 4K on Ultra.

Can I play VALORANT at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

Yes, you can. You can enjoy VALORANT at 4K on Standard settings with a smooth 490 FPS.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in VALORANT with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

No. While your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER supports Frame Generation, VALORANT itself does not support this feature at this time.

Playable

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