RTX 4070 Ti Vs RX 6800 XT: Our Recommendation

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I intitally started by writing CPU comparisons and since then have written articles of all kinds, from Wikis and How-Tos to dedicated CPU reviews. Currently, I test and review CPUs, motherboards, and sometimes, RAM.

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Pros And Cons

Comparison Table

Architectural Differences

1. Process Node: The RX 6800 XT harnesses the 7nm process, while the RTX 4070 Ti boasts a more advanced 4nm process node.
2. Clock Speed: Moreover, RX 6800 XT operates at a Base Clock of 1825 MHz and Boost Clock of 2250 MHz, while the RTX 4070 Ti ramps up from a Base Clock of 2310 MHz to an impressive Boost Clock of 2610 MHz.
3. VRAM: The RX 6800 XT is equipped with 16GB of GDDR6 memory, whereas the RTX 4070 Ti features 12GB of faster GDDR6X VRAM.
4. TDP: In addition, the RX 6800 XT handles its tasks with a 300W TDP, while the RTX 4070 Ti maintains efficiency at a slightly lower 285W TDP.
5. Supported Technologies: Lastly, both the RTX 4070 Ti incorporates DLSS for enhanced performance, whereas RX 6800 XT leverages FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) to achieve similar benefits.

Our attention now turns to the comparison between AMD’s previous generation powerhouse, the RX 6800 XT vs RTX 4070 Ti, NVIDIA’s newest contender. Let’s explore the performance gap between these two high-end graphics cards and discover which one emerges as the champion.

Gaming Performance Benchmarks

In terms of raw performance, the RTX 4070 Ti may have a slight edge over the RX 6800 XT thanks to its use of ray tracing and DLSS technology. However, not all games support Ray Tracing and DLSS, so the performance advantage may not be significant in some cases.

Testing Rig

• Operating System: Windows 10 Pro 
• CPU: Intel Core i7 13700k
• Motherboard: MSI Z790 Tomahawk Max WiFi Motherboard
• CPU Cooler: Deepcool AS500 PLUS
• Memory: XPG Lancer RGB 32GB 7200MHz DDR5 Ram
• SSD: Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus 1TB NVMe SSD
  

Red Dead Redemption 2 

• With an average FPS of 141, the RTX 4070 Ti surpasses the RX 6800 XT by 2.1% during my session of Red Dead Redemption 2. The RX 6800 XT falls behind at an average of 138 FPS.
• In terms of power consumption, the RTX 4070 Ti stands out by drawing 221.3 W, while the RX 6800 XT consumes 150 W, resulting in a significant difference of 38.4%.

Cyberpunk 2077 

• In my Cyberpunk 2077 session, the RTX 4070 Ti takes the lead with an average of 94 FPS compared to the RX 6800 XT’s 88 FPS, resulting in a modest 6.5% difference.
• The RTX 4070 Ti proves to be more power efficient, drawing only 238.5 W compared to the RX 6800 XT’s consumption of 272 W, resulting in a difference of 13.1%.

Watch Dog Legion 

• Here in Watch Dog Legion, the RTX 4070 Ti maintains a slight advantage, averaging 107 FPS, while the RX 6800 XT trails at 105 FPS, resulting in a mere 1.8% disparity.
• The RTX 4070 Ti stands out in terms of power efficiency, consuming 220.4 W, while the RX 6800 XT draws 267 W, creating a difference of 19.1%.

Spider-Man Remastered

• With an impressive average of 162 FPS, the RTX 4070 Ti leaves the RX 6800 XT behind which achieved only 140 FPS, resulting in a 14.5% difference, in the Spider-Man Remastered session.
• With a power consumption of 190.3 W, the RTX 4070 Ti showcases its efficiency, surpassing the RX 6800 XT’s consumption of 214 W by 11.7%.

God Of War 

• While playing the God Of War, the RTX 4070 Ti exhibits an average FPS of 105, while the RX 6800 XT falls short at 98 FPS, resulting in a marginal 6.8% discrepancy.
• The RTX 4070 Ti maintains its energy-efficient performance, consuming only 260.2 W, while the RX 6800 XT consumes 271 W, resulting in a difference of 4%.

Forza Horizon 5

• In Forza Horizon 5, the RTX 4070 Ti showcases its superiority by achieving an average of 152 FPS, surpassing the RX 6800 XT’s performance of 149 FPS by 1.9%.
• When it comes to power consumption, the RTX 4070 Ti strikes a balance by drawing 179.6 W, while the RX 6800 XT consumes 205 W, resulting in a difference of 13.2%.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

• With an average of 116 FPS, the RTX 4070 Ti outshines the RX 6800 XT’s performance of 112 FPS by 3.5%, during my session of AC Valhalla.
• In terms of power usage, the RTX 4070 Ti demonstrates its efficiency by consuming 198.6 W, while the RX 6800 XT consumes 242 W, resulting in a difference of 19.7%.

Overall Gaming Performance

Our extensive benchmark analysis shows that the RTX 4070 Ti outperforms the RX 6800 XT, boasting an average FPS of 125.2 compared to the latter’s 118.5. The RTX 4070 Ti outshines the RX 6800 XT by a notable margin of 5.5%. 

Power Consumption

During benchmark testing, it was observed that the RTX 4070 Ti exhibited a power consumption of 215.5 W, whereas the RX 6800 XT consumed 231.5 W. To emphasize, the RTX 4070 Ti showcased an average power consumption during benchmark testing that was 7.1% more efficient than the RX 6800 XT.

Thermal Efficiency

The RTX 4070 Ti maintained lower temperatures than the RX 6800 XT, with average readings of 73°C and 76.4°C, respectively. In conclusion, the RTX 4070 Ti exhibited 4.5% higher thermal efficiency compared to the RX 6800 XT, based on the benchmark results.

Price And Availability

At the present moment, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti is priced at $740, while the Radeon RX 6800 XT costs $460, which leads to a difference of 47% in favor of the RX 6800 XT.

Final Verdict – What We Recommend?

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti: With superior gaming performance, improved power efficiency, and better thermal management, the RTX 4070 Ti sets a new standard in high-end graphics cards. It outperforms the RX 6800 XT with a notable 5.5% higher average FPS across various gaming benchmarks. Moreover, its power efficiency shines, consuming 7.1% less wattage and maintaining 4.5% lower temperatures on average.

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT: Despite being slightly outperformed by the RTX 4070 Ti, the RX 6800 XT offers a compelling option with its lower price point, costing 47% less than the RTX 4070 Ti. It still provides commendable gaming performance and represents a cost-effective choice for gamers. Additionally, it maintains reasonable power efficiency and thermal management.

Overall, if you prioritize top-tier gaming performance and are willing to invest in the best technology, the RTX 4070 Ti is a clear choice. However, for gamers seeking a balance between performance and affordability, the RX 6800 XT remains an excellent option.

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Ali

[Hardware Reviewer]

Hi! I’m Ali Tauseef, and I have been writing for Tech4Gamers since 2022. I love all things computer hardware but am particularly fond of CPUs and motherboards, and I like to stay up-to-date about the latest advancements in these worlds, and when possible, write about it. When I’m not doing that, I like to get into a little FPS action in CS2 or get lost in the vast world of RDR2.

Get In Touch: ali@tech4gamers.com