GPU comparisonsNVIDIA RTX 4070 vs AMD RX 6700 XT

NVIDIA RTX 4070 vs AMD RX 6700 XT (2026)

✅ The NVIDIA RTX 4070 is faster
~33% faster on average · NaN vs NaN FPS at 1440p

The NVIDIA RTX 4070 is a strong 1440p card and the AMD RX 6700 XT is a strong 1440p card. Across popular games at 1440p with FrameCoach's optimized settings, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 averages about NaN FPS versus NaN FPS for the AMD RX 6700 XT — roughly 33% more performance.

Spec & performance head-to-head

NVIDIA RTX 4070AMD RX 6700 XT
Relative performance133%100% (baseline)
VRAM12GB12GB
Ray tracingYesYes
UpscalingDLSSFSR
Tierstrong 1440pstrong 1440p
Avg FPS @ 1440pNaN FPSNaN FPS

FPS in popular games @ 1440p

Estimated frame rates with optimized balanced settings, both cards on a AMD Ryzen 9 5950X-class CPU.

GameNVIDIA RTX 4070AMD RX 6700 XT

For most gamers, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 is the better performer of the two — about 33% faster, which translates to a noticeable but smaller bump in demanding games. If you're upgrading from the AMD RX 6700 XT, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 is a sensible step up.

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Frequently asked

Is the NVIDIA RTX 4070 better than the AMD RX 6700 XT?

Yes. The NVIDIA RTX 4070 is about 33% faster overall, averaging roughly NaN FPS versus NaN FPS for the AMD RX 6700 XT at 1440p with optimized settings across popular games.

How much faster is the NVIDIA RTX 4070 than the AMD RX 6700 XT?

About 33% faster on average. The exact gap varies by game and resolution — heavier, GPU-bound games show the biggest difference.

Should I upgrade from the AMD RX 6700 XT to the NVIDIA RTX 4070?

A 33% jump is a moderate upgrade — worth it if you're chasing higher settings or frame rates.

FPS figures are estimates from a generalized model (hardware tier × game load × per-setting weights), not live benchmarks — real performance varies by scene, drivers and game version.