Nvidia's RTX 5070 Ti: AI-Powered GPU Set for February 20 Launch

Nvidia's semi-affordable RTX 5070 is launching March 5

Nvidia has had issues keeping up with demand for its new, premium GeForce RTX 5080 and 5090 graphics cards, but the show must go on. It has two more cards to put out this winter, the RTX 5070 Ti and the RTX 5070, and they're launching soon. The $749 RTX 5070 Ti -- the more powerful of the two upcoming GPUs -- will be available to buy online starting Feb. 20 from various retailers. The $549 RTX 5070 is coming on March 5. These GPUs are the most affordable points of entry for PC gamers hoping to try out the new DLSS 4 features that are exclusive to this lineup, including Multi Frame Generation. In compatible games, the GPU's hardware can utilize AI to generate up to three frames for every one frame that's rendered traditionally, letting your system achieve higher frames per second than it would normally be able to achieve (but not without a small hit to input latency). The RTX 5070 requires a 650 W power supply in your PC, while the RTX 5070 TI requires a 750 W power supply.

Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti release date confirmed by major retailer -- here's when it's set for launch

Nvidia's RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 desktop GPUs are now out in the wild, but it could be months until more gamers get their hands on them thanks to limited availability and scalpers. Now, it's time for the RTX 5070 Ti to shine, as a release date has just been confirmed. Major French retailer Top Achat revealed the launch date and time of several RTX 5070 Ti graphics cards, which is expected to land on February 20 at 3 p.m. CET (9 a.m. ET / 2 p.m. GMT). Spotted by TweakTown, several custom graphics cards are listed, including from Asus and MSI. The RTX 5070 Ti GPUs aren't available to pre-order just yet, and prices have yet to be revealed. However, Nvidia's official pricing for its RTX 5070 Ti starts at $749 / £729. Seeing as these are custom GPUs, and how Asus and MSI raised the price of RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs, I expect these RTX 5070 Ti models will be over Nvidia's asking price. With fingers crossed, hopefully not by as much. As per Nvidia's official website, we've known RTX 5070 Ti GPUs were set to arrive this February, but now we have a better idea of a specific date and time. If the launch date is accurate, we can expect these GPUs to be available to grab in the U.S. and U.K. at around the same time. The non-Ti RTX 5070 GPUs are also set to launch in February, but the retailer doesn't list this lineup of graphics cards. This means Nvidia's RTX 5070 models could arrive shortly after the 5070 Ti variants. As Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang claimed during the RTX 50-series reveal, the RTX 5070 will offer the same performance as an RTX 4090. This is thanks to DLSS 4 and Nvidia's Multi Frame Generation, which is exclusive to the RTX 50-series graphics cards. During an exclusive look at Nvidia's RTX 50-Series GPUs, we got to see this in action. Running Marvel Rivals, an RTX 4090-powered desktop offered 180 frames per second, while an RTX 5070 went up to nearly 250 fps. However, this all comes down to the aforementioned Multi Frame Generation feature, as if games don't support it, then an RTX 4090 will still outclass an RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti in terms of power. Still, an RTX 5070 Ti (from $749 / £729) and an RTX 5070 (from $549 / £539) is a lot more affordable than an RTX 4090 (around $1,549 / £1,499), making it a more accessible option for gamers. We've seen RTX 5070 and RTX 5070 Ti specs, and while the differences in power aren't big compared to their RTX 40-series counterparts, it's the AI powering the latest graphics cards that will make the difference. As the retailer confirms, RTX 5070 Ti GPUs will come with 16GB of GDDR7 video memory, which is the same amount of VRAM an RTX 5080 offers. It will be interesting to see how an RTX 5070 Ti performs compared to its higher-end siblings, especially considering its lower price of entry. With the power of an RTX 4090 onboard (in supported PC titles), an RTX 5070 should be the new gold standard in desktops and laptops. Will we see another scramble for these graphics cards on February 20 like we did during the launch of RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs? Here's hoping there's a lot more stock available for the RTX 5070 Ti.

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti confirmed to go on sale on 20/2, at US$749

Major Add-In Card (AIC) manufacturers have already shipped their custom designs for the RTX 5070 Ti to various retail outlets, aligning with the product's official market entry date of February 20. Reportedly, the media will begin receiving review samples on February 12, offering a short interval to conduct performance tests before the first set of reviews goes live. According to available information, reviews for models priced at the $749 MSRP will be public by February 19, while more specialized, factory-overclocked models can have their reviews posted starting on the same day as their retail release. Topachat, a French PC hardware retailer, has stated that it will have inventory ready for the sale date. Still, the actual feasibility of acquiring a card at or near the $749 price tag remains uncertain. Past GPU launches suggest that popular models often run out of stock quickly, especially if demand outstrips initial supply. Although the RTX 5070 Ti will not have a Founders Edition (FE), third-party variants are expected to cover multiple price brackets, enabling a spectrum of cooling solutions, clock speeds, and aesthetic designs. In addition, no details have surfaced regarding a standard RTX 5070 model. The RTX 5070 Ti leverages the GB203-300 graphics core, which accommodates 8,960 CUDA Cores, providing slightly more raw horsepower than the RTX 4070 Ti Super. This marginal increase in compute capacity could translate into better performance in resource-intensive applications and games that efficiently utilize parallel processing. One of the most prominent additions to the 50-series is DLSS 4, equipped with Multi Frame-Gen technology. By harnessing advanced AI algorithms, DLSS 4 generates additional frames, enhancing fluidity when enabled in supported games. The broader adoption of AI-based upscaling in gaming has made these technologies a significant selling point, as they can deliver higher frame rates at higher resolutions with minimal loss in visual quality. Although official product reviews have yet to be published, industry analysts anticipate that games optimized for DLSS 4 will see a noteworthy increase in frame rates compared to titles that lack support for this new version. The overall boost in performance might solidify the RTX 5070 Ti's position as an attractive choice for mid-tier to high-end system configurations. NVIDIA's suggested retail price for the RTX 5070 Ti stands at $749, but history indicates that many variants released by board partners carry premiums above the reference MSRP. Given ongoing global supply chain complexities, fluctuations in component availability may drive up prices. Gaming enthusiasts and professionals -- especially those who rely on high-performance GPUs for intensive workloads like 3D rendering and AI research -- will likely follow market listings closely. The degree to which the device surpasses the RTX 4070 Ti Super could also shape buyers' decisions, particularly as they weigh performance gains against increased costs. Beyond raw specifications, thermal performance and power draw remain pivotal considerations. If the new card demands more robust cooling solutions, the size and noise profile of specific designs might influence purchasing decisions. This factor becomes more pronounced in smaller form factor cases, where space constraints limit the type of graphics cards that can be installed. Meanwhile, details about a possible non-Ti RTX 5070 remain undisclosed, leaving a gap for speculation about how NVIDIA plans to fill other performance tiers in its 50-series lineup. Overall, the RTX 5070 Ti's success may hinge on availability, actual in-game results once initial reviews are published, and the pace at which developers incorporate features like DLSS 4 into their titles. Source: Topachat, hkepc