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GeForce RTX 4070 Super Founders Edition

Nvidia's own-brand 4070 SUPER, with a compact 2-slot reference design, premium aluminium shroud, and the chip's full performance in a no-nonsense package.

75/100
Very good
Overall score · how we rate
12GB GDDR6XDLSS 3 with Frame GenCompact 2-slot referencePremium build1440p sweet spot
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Why we rate it

  • Premium reference design
  • Compact 2-slot footprint
  • Full 4070 SUPER performance
  • DLSS 3 with Frame Generation
  • Discontinued, stock-limited
  • 12GB VRAM is starting to feel tight
Score profile

Where the GeForce RTX 4070 Super Founders Edition wins and loses

Scored against the graphics cards class
1440p4KRayForm80658292
1440p rasterisation
80
4K rasterisation
65
Ray tracing
82
Form factor
92

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GeForce RTX 4070 Super Founders Edition vs Zotac RTX 4070 Super 12GB Twin Edge OC

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1440p4KRayForm
GeForce RTX 4070 Super Founders EditionRTX 4070 Super 12GB Twin Edge OC
 NvidiaGeForce RTX 4070 Super Founders EditionThis pageZotacRTX 4070 Super 12GB Twin Edge OC
Overall score75 /10075 /100
VRAM12 GB
Boost clock2505 MHz
Memory typeGDDR6X
TDP220 W
Cuda cores7168
Memory bus bit192
Who it's for

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 Super Founders Edition right for you?

Buy it if
Compact build enthusiasts

If you want full 4070 SUPER performance in a 2-slot, sub-250mm footprint with premium build quality, the Founders Edition is one of very few options. Ideal for SFF and ITX builds where space matters.

Skip it if
Pure value or current-gen buyers

If you don't need the compact form factor or the FE aesthetics, a current-gen partner RTX 5070 or 9070 typically delivers better performance per pound with DLSS 4 multi-frame gen.

Compact build enthusiast
Building or upgrading a sub-15L ITX or SFF case. The Founders Edition is one of very few high-performance cards that physically fit, with full 4070 SUPER speed.
excellent
1440p single-player gamer
Plays AAA titles at 1440p with ray tracing enabled. DLSS 3 Frame Generation and the 4070 SUPER's RT cores make even demanding titles run smoothly.
good
Premium reference collector
Values the Founders Edition aesthetics and build quality over absolute price. Happy to pay a premium for the cast aluminium shroud and Nvidia's reference design.
okay
Pure performance per pound buyer
Shopping today on a fixed budget. Current-gen partner cards at similar money offer better value and DLSS 4 multi-frame gen, so the FE doesn't make sense.
skip
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the RTX 4070 SUPER Founders Edition still available?

Officially no. Nvidia discontinued the Founders Edition once the 50 series launched. Available stock comes from second-hand listings or remaining retail clearance, often at premium prices due to collector interest.

How big is the 4070 SUPER Founders Edition?

It's a compact 2-slot card around 244mm long, much shorter than most third-party partner cards. Fits in virtually any case including mATX and most ITX builds.

What PSU do I need for the 4070 SUPER FE?

Nvidia recommends 650W, which is plenty for most builds. A quality 650W or higher unit from a reputable brand will have comfortable headroom even with a power-hungry CPU.

Is the Founders Edition better than partner cards?

Same gaming performance, since the chip is identical. The FE wins on build quality, materials, and compact footprint. Partner cards often win on cooling headroom, overclocking, and price.