Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 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 4070 SUPER against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER within its class, visualized in FPS.

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

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
1-Tier Step-up
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
2-Tier Step-up
Display Pairing

VALORANT x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for VALORANT on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 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. 1946 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. 1145 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. 556 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 4070 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 4070 SUPER

What is the optimal setting for playing VALORANT with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 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 4070 SUPER run VALORANT on Ultra settings?

Yes. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER averages 1946 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p, providing a smooth experience. You can also expect a smooth average of 556 FPS at 4K on Ultra.

Can I play VALORANT at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER?

Yes, you can. You can enjoy VALORANT at 4K on Standard settings with a smooth 1029 FPS.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in VALORANT with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER?

No. While your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER supports Frame Generation, VALORANT itself does not support this feature at this time.

Playable

Featured Games for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

The potential of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER extends far beyond a single title. We’ve analyzed other popular games that run comfortably (Grade S-B) on this hardware.

Comfort Grade: B