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The video centers around the introduction and evaluation of Nvidia's RTX 4070 Super GPU within the mid-range gaming PC market. The key highlights are the GPU’s 15-20% performance improvement over the original RTX 4070 at the same price, despite retaining the same 12GB VRAM, which is less than AMD's RX 7800 XT's 16GB. The RTX 4070 Super is distinguished by its increased CUDA cores and enhanced ray tracing capabilities. The build includes an Intel Core i5 14600K CPU, Gigabyte B760 DS3H motherboard, Team Group T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 RAM, and Samsung SSD 990 Pro, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and performance.
The assembly process is meticulously detailed, addressing cooling challenges with the Intel 14th gen CPUs and incorporating the Montech King 95 Pro PC case with extensive cooling features. Gaming benchmarks showcase the RTX 4070 Super's superior performance in titles like "Starfield," "Hogwarts Legacy," and "Fortnite," but stress that while it outperforms AMD’s RX 7800 XT in ray tracing and some rasterization tasks, the latter has better cost-per-frame efficiency and larger VRAM, potentially offering more future-proofing.
Ultimately, while the RTX 4070 Super strengthens Nvidia's position, the RX 7800 XT remains a formidable competitor due to its VRAM advantage and value proposition.
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In this part of the video, the presenter introduces the new RTX 4070 Super GPU and discusses its potential benefits for gaming PC builds. They aim to test the GPU’s performance in over ten latest AAA titles. It’s noted that the RTX 4070 Super is expected to offer a 15% better performance compared to the original RTX 4070 but at the same price, which could help NVIDIA reclaim the mid-range market from AMD. The segment also touches on NVIDIA’s update to its 40 series GPUs, revealing that only the RTX 4070 will remain, while the RTX 4070 Ti and 4080 are being discontinued as stock runs out. The RTX 4070 Super showcases a 21% increase in CUDA cores and improvements in ray tracing capabilities. However, the presenter expresses concern over the unchanged 12 GB of VRAM, which is less than AMD’s RX 7800 XT, a key competitor.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the introduction of Nvidia’s 4070 Super GPU and the broader trend of price drops across Nvidia’s product line, which has not been seen in recent years. This particular GPU, the Pallet Jewel, is noted for its compact design, utilizing a two-fan system while maintaining a two-slot form factor and including a PCI G5 power cable as standard. The card is highlighted for its cool and power-efficient performance.
The video then shifts focus to selecting the Intel Core i5 14600K CPU for the build, despite the channel’s usual preference for AMD processors. This Intel CPU is chosen for its strong single-thread performance, reasonable pricing, and higher core count than AMD’s Ryzen processors. The choice of motherboard is a Gigabyte B760 DS3H, noted for its affordability and essential features including full-size ATX form factor, a good selection of ports, USB 3.1 Gen 2, USB-C connectivity, and built-in Wi-Fi.
Finally, the component choices for memory and storage are introduced, specifically mentioning the Team Group T-Force Delta RGB DDR5 RAM and a Samsung SSD, emphasizing value in the DDR5 memory category.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses sourcing parts for a budget build, emphasizing checking prices on platforms like New Egg for good value. They highlight using a Samsung SSD 990 Pro for its superior performance and avoiding storage bottlenecks, despite recommending the 1 TB version to save money. The build process starts with careful installation of the CPU into an LGA 1700 socket, followed by inserting the RAM into the second and fourth DIMM slots and installing the NVMe SSD under a heat sink with a small screwdriver. The presenter then focuses on cooling, noting Intel 14th gen CPUs’ high temperatures and recommending the Corsair A115 air cooler for effective heat management. The Corsair cooler is described as a robust dual-tower design, compatible with various socket types, and featuring large, high-quality fans.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on the installation process of the Intel backplate, clips, and LGA 1700 standoffs onto the motherboard. The backplate is inserted, and four standoffs are screwed in. Brackets are then attached to these standoff posts and secured with thumb screws to mount the CPU air cooler. The cooler, described as massive, is then positioned and secured with a screwdriver through the heatsink towers. The fan is mounted using a rail system for adjustable height.
Attention then shifts to the Montech King 95 Pro PC case, praised for its RGB fans, build quality, and affordability. The case comes with six fans, a curved front glass panel, and an RGB strip. After ensuring standoffs are correctly placed, the motherboard is installed and secured with screws. However, a problem arises with the fan installation on the air cooler, as it does not fit properly due to memory clearance issues, necessitating a switch to a lower profile memory kit. The segment ends with the plan to install the RTX 4070 Super GPU.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter describes the process of installing a compact-by-design power supply unit (PSU) with no compatibility issues, secured with thumb screws. They choose the a850 G, a PCI Generation 5 PSU, due to its compact form factor and good pricing. The presenter plans to use cable extensions from easy DIY Fab for better aesthetics. After installation, they boot up the system and test the performance of Nvidia’s new RTX 4070 Super GPU.
In various gaming benchmarks, such as Starfield at 1440p high settings, the 4070 Super achieves an average frame rate of 88 FPS, outperforming the RX 7800 XT and even the more expensive RTX 4070 TI. Similar performance improvements are seen in Hogwarts Legacy and Fortnite, with the 4070 Super consistently showing a 15-20% improvement over the original RTX 4070. In F1 2022, the 4070 Super is slightly outpaced by the 7800 XT but still beats other competitors. In Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, the 4070 Super significantly outperforms the 4070 and 4070 TI.
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In this segment of the video, the performance of the 4070 Super GPU is compared to AMD’s RX 7800 XT and other GPUs in various games. The 4070 Super consistently delivers higher frame rates, such as 235 FPS in Apex Legends at 1440p high settings and 157 FPS in War Zone with DLSS set to quality. In Cyberpunk at 1440p high settings, the 4070 Super demonstrates a significant advantage in ray tracing performance over AMD cards. However, with rasterization, the 7800 XT slightly outperforms the 4070 Super. In Alan Wake 2, the 4070 Super achieves 69 FPS in rasterization and 95 FPS with ray tracing and DLSS enabled, showcasing a solid improvement over the original 4070. The segment concludes with a cost-per-frame analysis, revealing that while the 4070 Super offers good performance, the 7800 XT emerges as a better value option in terms of cost per frame.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the performance and value proposition of the Nvidia 4070 Super compared to the AMD RX 7800 XT, particularly in the game “Hogwarts Legacy” at 1440p resolution. The cost per frame for the 7800 XT is noted to be $489, similar to the 7700 XT, and cheaper than the 4070 Super’s $576. Despite Nvidia becoming more competitive, the 4070 Super has one major issue: its 12GB VRAM is the same as the original RTX 4070 non-super model, which makes it less future-proof compared to the 7800 XT’s 16GB VRAM. Although current games like “Apex Legends,” “Starfield,” and “Hogwarts Legacy” use under 12GB, newer games such as “Alan Wake 2” use nearly all the available VRAM, suggesting that the 7800 XT might perform better in the future due to its larger frame buffer. While Nvidia has improved value with the 4070 Super, it hasn’t completely mitigated the threat posed by the 7800 XT.