PNY RTX 4070

The PNY RTX 4070 mostly matches the 4070 Founders Edition, but it runs slightly hotter and has noisier fans. But if you think Nvidia's 8-pin to 16-pin adapters are stupid, PNY agrees, opting for a solo 8-pin connector.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
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Product details

  • Powered by NVIDIA DLSS 3, ultra-efficient Ada Lovelace arch, and full ray tracing
  • NVIDIA Ada Lovelace, with 2310MHz core clock and 2610MHz boost clock speeds to help meet the needs of demanding games
  • 12GB GDDR6X (192-bit) on-board memory, plus 7680 CUDA processing cores and up to 504GB/sec of memory bandwidth provide the memory needed to create striking visual realism.
  • PCI Express 4.0 interface - Offers compatibility with a range of systems. Also includes DisplayPort and HDMI outputs for expanded connectivity.
  • NVIDIA GeForce Experience - Capture and share videos, screenshots, and livestreams with friends. Keep your drivers up to date and optimize your game settings. It's the essential companion to your GeForce graphics card.

PROS

+ Basically as fast as other RTX 4070 models
+ Supports all the latest Nvidia features
+ Only needs a single 8-pin power connector

CONS

- Runs warmer and louder than Founders Edition
- $100 increase in generational pricing
- No frills or extras (could be seen as a positive by some)

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Hardware on June 15, 2023
The PNY RTX 4070 mostly matches the 4070 Founders Edition, but it runs slightly hotter and has noisier fans. But if you think Nvidia's 8-pin to 16-pin adapters are stupid, PNY agrees, opting for a solo 8-pin connector.
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