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RTX 4070 Super vs RX 7800 XT — Which to choose in 2026?
The RTX 4070 Super (490–560 €) and the RX 7800 XT (320–380 €) are two of the most popular GPUs in their price range. This comparison covers 1080p and 1440p performance, power draw, price, and helps you decide which card fits your build best.
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | RTX 4070 Super | RX 7800 XT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 12 GB | 16 GB |
| TDP (reference) | ~220 W | ~263 W |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace (AD104) | RDNA 3 (Navi 32) |
| Release year | 2024 | 2023 |
| Typical price (2026) | 490–560 € | 320–380 € |
Indicative benchmarks (avg FPS, raster)
Rounded in-game averages (no DLSS Frame Generation). Useful to compare 1080p vs 1440p feel.
FPS (higher is better)
Cyberpunk 2077
1080p
1440p
Fortnite
1080p
1440p
Hogwarts Legacy
1080p
1440p
Call of Duty (Warzone)
1080p
1440p
Red Dead Redemption 2
1080p
1440p
Which GPU for your use case?
- Casual / single-playerBoth GPUs stay very playable at 1080p. The RTX 4070 Super has more headroom in recent AAA titles and draws less power.
- 1080p competitive (high FPS)For competitive gaming both reach high FPS. The RTX 4070 Super is slightly faster with better power efficiency.
- 1440p / light creationAt 1440p the gap widens in favour of the RTX 4070 Super. The RX 7800 XT still makes sense for older titles or medium settings.
Bottom line
Pick the RTX 4070 Super if buying new: better overall performance.
Choose the RX 7800 XT if budget is tight — its 16 GB VRAM can be an advantage.
FPS varies with CPU, drivers, and scene. Use the PC4Games comparator for picks tied to your games.
RTX 4070 Super or RX 7800 XT: quick summary
The RTX 4070 Super delivers better overall performance in our benchmarks. The RX 7800 XT stays competitive, especially as a value option on the used market.
At 1080p: the RTX 4070 Super has more headroom in demanding titles. At 1440p: the gap widens — the RTX 4070 Super is more comfortable targeting 60+ FPS at high/ultra settings.
Power draw and PSU compatibility
The RTX 4070 Super has a TDP of 220W; the RX 7800 XT draws 263W. The RTX 4070 Super is more power-efficient — a notable advantage for small cases or PSUs under 650W.
Price and value in 2026
In 2026, the RTX 4070 Super sells for around 490–560 € and the RX 7800 XT for 320–380 €. The RTX 4070 Super justifies its premium with higher performance, particularly at 1440p.
PC4Games
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PC4Games resources (methodology, data, glossary)
How we pick PCs and cite sources — for transparency and GEO.
