9 RTX 4070's Tested, GPU & Memory Thermals, Clocks, Power & Noise Normalized Testing

Summary

In this video, the host reviews nine custom-designed GeForce RTX 4070 graphics cards, including NVIDIA's Founders Edition. The comparison covers specifications, thermals, power consumption, and noise-normalized performance. Standouts include the MSI Gaming X Trio for its superior cooling and the Asus Tough Gaming OC for its balance of performance and design. The roundup highlights the variety and quality of RTX 4070 options available to consumers.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video reviews nine custom-designed GeForce RTX 4070 graphics cards, including NVIDIA's Founders Edition.
• 🔍 The review compares specifications, thermals, power consumption, clock speeds, and noise-normalized performance.
• 💡 ASUS RTX 4070 Dual OC is highlighted for its compact size and traditional 8-pin power connector, differing from other models.
• 🏆 The ASUS Tough Gaming OC is noted as a potential favorite due to its all-metal design and premium look and feel.
• 💰 The Galax X Gamer White is criticized for its high price and less appealing plastic fan shroud, despite its unique white design.
• 🔥 Gigabyte's Eagle OC and Winforce models are compared, with the latter praised for its cleaner design and color scheme.
• 🌡️ MSI's Gaming X Trio stands out for its large heatsink and 12-pin high-powered connector, indicating potentially superior cooling.
• 📊 The PNY Jewel is described as a basic, OEM-looking card with no dual bar support but offers decent performance at MSRP.
• 🏁 Zotac Gaming AMP Arrow is recognized for its unique look and RGB lighting but questioned for its high price relative to performance.
• 🏁 The video concludes that there are no 'Duds' among the RTX 4070 models reviewed, with each offering good performance for their price.

Q & A

Which graphics card had the best thermal performance in the roundup?

The MSI gaming X Trio provided the best thermal performance with the lowest junction temperature and hotspot temperature among the tested models.

What is the difference between the ASUS RTX 4070 Dual OC and the NVIDIA Founders Edition model in terms of power connector?

The ASUS RTX 4070 Dual OC uses a traditional single 8-pin connector, whereas the NVIDIA Founders Edition model uses a 12-pin high-powered connector.

How does the Galax X gamer white model differ from the other models in terms of design and features?

The Galax X gamer white model stands out with its white design, but it is criticized for its cheap-looking plastic fan shroud and unnecessary labels. It also lacks dual BIOS functionality.

What is the weight difference between the lightest and the heaviest RTX 4070 models tested?

The lightest model, the PNY Jewel, weighs 688 grams, while the heaviest, the MSI gaming X Trio, weighs 1214 grams, showing a significant weight difference of 526 grams.

Which graphics card has the most premium look and feel according to the reviewer?

The reviewer's personal favorite in terms of design and appearance is the ASUS tough gaming OC, which features an all-metal design with the exception of the fans.

How does the Gigabyte Eagle OC model compare to the ASUS Dual in terms of length and weight?

The Gigabyte Eagle OC is shorter and slightly heavier than the ASUS Dual, measuring 261 millimeters in length and weighing 919 grams, compared to the ASUS Dual's length and weight which are not specified in the transcript but can be inferred as longer and lighter.

What is the significance of the PNY Jewel being the lightest RTX 4070 in the roundup?

The PNY Jewel being the lightest suggests it may be easier to install and could potentially offer better compatibility with smaller cases, which is a consideration for some buyers.

Which model was the most expensive among the tested RTX 4070 graphics cards?

The most expensive model in the roundup was the Zotac gaming amp Arrow, priced at $670.

What is the reviewer's opinion on the MSI Ventus 3x in terms of value for money?

The reviewer finds the MSI Ventus 3x disappointing due to its plastic back plate and lack of dual BIOS support, despite being an MSRP model and performing well enough.

How does the reviewer summarize the overall performance of the RTX 4070 graphics cards in the roundup?

The reviewer concludes that there are no 'Duds' among the RTX 4070 models tested, indicating that all performed acceptably without any significant issues.