Nvidia’s RTX 3070 Ti is a bit of a weird one for the brand, being a GPU that attempts to bridge the gap between the highly popular RTX 3070 and the powerhouse that is the RTX 3080. With 6,144 CUDA cores and 8GB of GDDR6X memory at a 256-bit memory interface, it falls quite short when compared to the RTX 3080, but at MSRP prices, it’s also a bit cheaper, too if you can get your hands on one. Therefore, we have carefully curated this list of the best RTX 3070 Ti Graphic cards.
When compared to the RTX 3070, you’re looking at 5-10% improvements with a slightly higher price difference, but considering the GPU availability and pricing situation in the world, picking an RTX 3070 Ti card might be a better choice for some. Oh, and to add to this, it also falls short of AMD’s RX 6800 at both 1440p and 4K gaming, a GPU that you can sometimes find for cheaper prices. The RX 6800 also consumes significantly less power though it lacks Nvidia’s more refined DLSS.
That being said, there are some rather phenomenal RTX 3070 Ti AIB card models out there, with varying levels of performance, and some prettier than the others, so below we’ve reviewed some of the best options. Let’s not waste any more time, and check out what your choices are if you’re in the market for an RTX 3070 Ti GPU.
Best RTX 3070 Ti Graphics Cards
1. ASUS ROG Strix RTX 3070 Ti OC Edition
Verdict
With very low temperatures and excellent performance, the ROG Strix 3070 Ti is a great choice for every gamer. The only downside is the need for an additional 8-pin connector, even though the TDP is the same as the competition.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1875MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 290W | Power Connector: 3x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: 2x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 12.53 x 5.51 inches, 2.9 slotsBenefits
- Consistent, high boost clocks
- Great performance at 1440p
- Stunning design with plenty of RGB
Drawbacks
- Requires a third 8-pin connector
- Overpriced
When it comes to beautiful GPU designs, the ROG Strix models seem to be constantly at the top. The RTX 3070 Ti is no exception, with a slightly complicated, but great-looking design. The backplate has the ROG logo, and there is plenty of RGB at the side and the front to make this a bit more personal. The industrial design is rather nice overall.
In terms of performance, the ROG Strix variant was pretty consistent in terms of maintaining the high clock speeds it’s boosting too, which results in pretty good in-game performance. Depending on the title, you’re looking at 60 to 70 FPS at 1440p with ray tracing and DLSS, and comfortably over 120 FPS in e-sports titles. And to further sweeten the pot, the GPU stays remarkably cool.
2. EVGA RTX 3070 Ti FTW3 ULTRA
Verdict
If you like RGB designs, the FTW3 ULTRA will be right up your alley. It’s vibrant, performs well at 1440p, and stays fairly cool under load while being less overpriced than the competition.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1860MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 290W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 11.81 x 5.38 inches, 2.75 slotsBenefits
- Very clean design with cooling-optimized backplate
- EVGA’s iCX3 triple-fan cooling is excellent
Drawbacks
- Overpriced, but less than some competitors
Things haven’t changed too much with EVGA’s FTW3 design over the years, and the RTX 3070 Ti is still a beautiful-looking card, if not a bit too basic. The carbon black shroud is rather stealthy, and it’ll blend in with just about any build aesthetics, and you can always turn on the RGB to add a bit of flare. It’s fairly thick, though, which is something to keep in mind.
Performance-wise, the FTW3 ULTRA is good, but nothing to write home about. Thanks to a reasonably high clock speed, it checks all the boxes for 1440p gaming, and we like the fact that the iCX3 triple-fan design keeps the GPU cool under load.
Last but not least, we must give kudos to EVGA for attempting to keep the pricing reasonable, as this is a GPU that’s a bit less overpriced than most of the competitors.
3. GIGABYTE AORUS RTX 3070 Ti Master
Verdict
If you’ve got a case with enough room in it, the AORUS RTX 3070 Ti Master is a solid choice for 1440p gaming. Keep in mind that it does draw quite a lot of power, though.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1575MHz / 1875MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 290W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin + 1x PCIe 6-pin | Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.0, 2xHDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 12.76 x 5.59 inches, 3.5 slotsBenefits
- Stunning design with plenty of customizable RGB and LCD display on the side
- Alternate spinning fans for increased air pressure
- Dual-BIOS for Silent and OC modes
Drawbacks
- Draws a lot more power than the TDP suggests
- Massive 3.5 slot size
If you’re into thick graphics cards, you’ll love GIGABYTE’s AORUS Master variant. At 3.5 slots, this is one of the thickest GPUs out there with a massive overall size in weight. It does, however, come with a nice-looking design and an LCD display on the side, as well as a clean metal backplate. You get a bit of RGB that you can customize, too.
Looking at the performance, the AORUS Master has no problems achieving over 120 frames per second in various AAA titles, but that does depend on the title. Power draw isn’t too good, however, with the GPU frequently drawing over 420 watts under load, which is way higher than the 290W TDP. It does remain cool, though, with temperatures under load hovering around 56 degrees – GIGABYTE has done a great job with cooling.
4. MSI RTX 3070 Ti SUPRIM X
Verdict
With top-notch performance and incredibly low noise levels, the SUPRIM X is a great choice for anyone who doesn’t mind the increased power draw and massive size.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1875MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 310W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 13.18 x 5.51 inches, 3 slotsBenefits
- Arguably the most beautiful RTX 3070 Ti AIB card
- High and very consistent boost clocks
- Silent Mode keeps GPU near-quiet when not gaming
Drawbacks
- Increased power draw compared to the competition
- Extremely big, especially in terms of length
In line with any other SUPRIM X variant, the RTX 3070 Ti is a massive GPU. At 3 slots and over 13 inches in length, not all cases can fit this behemoth. It does look rather nice, though, with a remarkably clean design and a tasteful amount of RGB at the side and the front, which we like.
Performance is where it excels, with the GPU hovering between 110 and 160 FPS at 1440p, depending on which title you’re playing. The GPU does come with an increased TDP of 310W, and we frequently saw its peak at about 433W while gaming, which is quite a bit. Temperatures are good, though, at about 68 degrees under load, and we have to give kudos to MSI for the cooling – this is almost inaudible both under load and in idle.
5. GIGABYTE Vision OC RTX 3070 Ti
Verdict
The Vision OC is great for people who want a very nice-looking card, especially those who have a white-themed build, as it fits beautifully. And with reasonable performance, the only downside is the high price.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1830MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 290W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: 2xHDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 12.60 x 4.69 inches, 2.75 slotsBenefits
- The all-white design stands out from the competition
- GIGABYTE’s tried and tested WINDFORCE 3X cooling system is great
Drawbacks
- RGB Fusion 2.0 software is buggy
- Overpriced by quite the margin
The Vision OC has always been a design-first GPU, and the RTX 3070 Ti is no exception. The card comes with a magnificent all-white design that truly stands out from the competition, and is remarkably elegant in every possible way. If you’ve got an all-white build, the Vision OC will feel right at home. We’re also fans of the boxy design which is incredibly clean when compared to the angular mess of some of the competitors.
Performance-wise, the GPU is good, falling somewhere in the middle when it comes to AIB cards and their clock speeds. It’s slightly worse than top-notch models that boost a bit higher (and a bit more consistently), but it still achieves reasonable framerates at 1440p. The RGB Fusion 2.0 software, though, which controls the RGB lights can be buggy and inconsistent, but overall this is a good performing GPU with amazing aesthetics.
6. ZOTAC RTX 3070 Ti AMP Holo
Verdict
If you don’t mind the staggering noise levels, and the high prices, the AMP Holo is a reasonable choice for an RTX 3070 Ti. It doesn’t draw too much power, it remains cool, and it looks rather nice, too.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1830MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 310W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 12.5 x 4.8 inches, 2.5 slotsBenefits
- Subtle black and grey design with extensive configurable RGB
- Temperatures are excellent
Drawbacks
- The cooling solution is quite loud, even though it performs well
- Very overpriced
ZOTAC has come a long way with its GPU designs, and the RTX 3070 Ti AMP Holo is a beautiful way of showcasing that. With a black and grey design that fits every build’s aesthetics and well-placed RGB lights to spice things up, the AMP Holo looks beautiful. The backplate is as clean as they come, and it has vents to help with cooling. It’s also not that big when compared to the competition, which we like.
When it comes to gaming performance, the AMP Holo is slightly better than the Founders’ Edition, but it does trail behind custom cards like the SUPRIM X. Depending on which titles you’re playing, you could expect to get from 110 to 160 frames per second, which does drop a bit if you turn on ray tracing. You still get reasonable performance, though. We aren’t fans of the cooling noise, though, which is remarkably high and definitely audible, even in a closed-off case.
7. GIGABYTE Eagle OC RTX 3070 Ti
Verdict
Design-wise, this is an interesting choice with the blue accents, and the Eagle OC does look nice. But when it comes to the performance, it fails to deliver, especially when you compare it to competitor RTX 3070 Ti AIB card models.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1800MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 290W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: 2xHDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 11.14 x 4.53 inches, 2.5 slotsBenefits
- Beautiful all-black design with blue accents
- Quiet, yet efficient WINDFORCE 3X cooling solution
Drawbacks
- Boost clocks could’ve been better
- Not that overpriced when compared to the competition
We don’t see too many brands opt for blue accents on their components, but GIGABYTE is a bit of an exception to this. The Eagle OC RTX 3070 Ti comes with an all-black design that’s rather subtle, and adds a blue touch here and there, such as the Eagle logo on the backplate and front, and the rings on the fans. There is only a small amount of RGB, configurable with RGB Fusion 2.0, but it does the job.
Unfortunately, the GPU fails to deliver on the performance front. The clock speeds are only 1800MHz when boosting, which is quite a bit slower than most of the other RTX 3070 Ti AIB card models on our list. Consequently, the performance isn’t that great, which is a shame. We do like the fact that the GPU has great cooling, thanks to the tried-and-tested WINDFORCE 3X cooling solution, but that and the design are all the GPU has going for it.
8. ASUS TUF RTX 3070 Ti
Verdict
Even though it is definitely built like a tank, and looks rather nice, the ASUS TUF RTX 3070 Ti AIB card fails to deliver in terms of performance. The only thing that it does have going for it, is the fact that you can get it at MSRP, which is better pricing than any other AIB card out there.
Specifications
Stream Processors: 6,144 | Base/Boost Clock: 1580MHz / 1815MHz | Memory: 8GB GDDR6X | Memory Clock: 19Gbps | TDP: 290W | Power Connector: 2x PCIe 8-pin | Outputs: 2x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | Dimensions: 11.81 x 5 inches, 2.7 slotsBenefits
- Very durable build with metal all around
- Alternate spinning fans for increased air pressure and reduced noise
- Only RTX 3070 Ti that sells for MSRP
Drawbacks
- Performance is lacking compared to the competition
The TUF series by ASUS focuses on durability, rather than performance, and that’s still true in the case of the RTX 3070 Ti AIB card. It comes with a metal build that’s something we haven’t seen before, and an overall subtle design that’s made to blend in, rather than stand out. There are minimal RGB lights on the side, and nothing on the front or the backplate, and overall, ASUS wants you to know that this is a card that means business.
But in reality, it doesn’t. The clock speeds are lower than the competition, which results in somewhat worse performance at 1440p. The alternate spinning fans are rather quiet and keep the GPU cool, averaging about 63 degrees and at reasonable noise levels. There is a BIOS switch that moves it from quiet mode to performance mode, but even that doesn’t get you the performance levels of the competitors.
Final Thoughts
When everything is said and done, the RTX 3070 Ti certainly has some people questioning whether or not this GPU should even exist. We are, of course, talking about the fact that it offers small improvements over the RTX 3070 while being priced almost 20% higher at MSRP.
Now, take into consideration that RTX 3070s are almost impossible to come by, let alone at reasonable prices. With this, the RTX 3070 Ti could very well be a great choice for many gamers looking for a GPU that can satisfy a 1440p, 144Hz monitor. This does depend on the title, but in most benchmarks, the game gives satisfying framerates.
It’s all up to you and your expectations, but if the RTX 3070 Ti seems like a solid choice, all that’s left is to choose the right RTX 3070 Ti AIB card for your needs.
