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RTX 5070

RTX 5070
NVIDIA · GPU
RTX 5070
12GB VRAMPerf: 1219250W
Cheapest tracked offer (new)
newegg · offer checked 2026-09-13

Prices & availability

Where to buy the RTX 5070

Current store offers
StoreConditionPrice (snapshot)ValueCheckedOffer link
neweggNewCAD 114077Go to offer →
8 additional offers across variants & stores1 highlights shown above
Additional tracked variants and store offers
VariantStoreConditionPriceValueCheckedOffer link
GIGABYTE RTX 5070 WINDFORCE OC SFFneweggNewCAD 114077Go to offer →
GIGABYTE RTX 5070 GAMING OCneweggNewCAD 120074Go to offer →
GIGABYTE RTX 5070 AERO OCneweggNewCAD 121074Go to offer →
GIGABYTE AORUS RTX 5070 MASTERneweggNewCAD 125072Go to offer →
ASUS PRIME RTX 5070 OC EditionneweggNewCAD 127071Go to offer →
ASUS PRIME RTX 5070 White OC EditionneweggNewCAD 128071Go to offer →
Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 5070 INFINITY 12GneweggNewCAD 130070Go to offer →
ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 5070 OC EditionneweggNewCAD 133069Go to offer →

The RTX 5070 ranks #5 of 15 in-stock graphics cards by Relative Value under the balanced preset in the 2026-09-13 offer frame. Below: how it scores per scenario and what the math says about alternatives.

Is the RTX 5070 worth it in September 2026? (value analysis)

Relative Value · balanced
#5 of 15 in-stock graphics cards · 100 = current frame leader
77
Relative Value Score (77/100)
Strong Value atCAD 1073
Excellent Value atCAD 907
Market-leading Value (100) atCAD 780
Now vs Strong Value+CAD 67 over
Would enter top 3 at~CAD 897
Would take #1 at~CAD 779

It sits at #5 of 15 in balanced value — the "would enter" prices above show where it starts beating this frame's leaders. The current top 3 are within 9 points of each other.

S1080p Gaming#4A1440p Gaming#4B4K / VR#4BRay Tracing @ 2K (1440p)#4BAI / Local LLM#3A3D Rendering#3CLight Use & Efficiency#11

Each letter answers “how well does this product handle that job?” — price is never part of it.

S ExceptionalA ExcellentB GoodC Usable with compromisesD LimitedF Not suitableN/A Not enough data
Exceptional for 1080p Gaming and one of the strongest values near this price.

Near this price: #2 value · #2 capability within ±15% of this price · ±15% band

Scenario Tiers grade capability for each use — price excluded, identical to the tier list.

The scenario matrix below adds prices from the 2026-09-13 offer frame back in as Relative Value.

Value and price targets for every scenario (detailed table)
Scenario (preset)Relative ValueStrong Value at ≤Excellent Value at ≤Market-leading Value (100) at ≤Top value pick here
Balanced77CAD 1073CAD 907CAD 780RX 9070 XT
1080p Budget72CAD 1028CAD 914CAD 823RX 9060 XT
1440p Sweet Spot70CAD 960CAD 820CAD 713RX 9070 XT
4K Ultra / VR67CAD 780CAD 600CAD 475RX 9070 XT
Ray Tracing (1440p)71CAD 969CAD 819CAD 704RX 9070 XT
AI / LLM55CAD 456CAD 340CAD 261RTX 5080

Relative Value is the 0–100 benefit/cost result computed within the current in-stock frame for each preset; the frame leader is 100 and other products show their relative share. Target prices are calculation thresholds under today's dataset; where none exist, the row says so instead of showing blanks. Recalculated on every data refresh.

Will the RTX 5070 fit your PC? Power & size compatibility

Recommended PSU600 W or higher
Board power (TDP)250 W
Card length306 mm
Slot size2 slots
Memory bus192-bit
InterfacePCIe 5.0 x16
Power connectors1x 16-pin

Before buying, confirm your case clears a 306 mm card and your power supply provides 600 W or more with the right connector. AIB models vary in length, cooler thickness and power headers.

Best alternatives to the RTX 5070 at similar prices

Same tier, cheaperRX 9070 XT S
also S-tier for 1080p Gaming at CAD 1000 — saves CAD 140 · market rank #1
Best value near this priceRX 9070 XT S
top Value within ±15% of CAD 1140 — CAD 1000 · market rank #1

Chosen for 1080p Gaming, not for general performance — a product that suits a different job is not an alternative here. Tiers come from the same rubric as the tier list; products we can't grade for this job are left out rather than guessed at. Prices use the page's dated offer frame.

Looking for a different graphics cards?

Used RTX 5070 price & upgrade math (calculated)

We don't track live used-market listings yet, so here is an honest calculated guide instead. The cheapest new RTX 5070 in the 2026-09-13 offer frame is CAD 1140. Two yardsticks for a unit in excellent condition: 80% of the cheapest new price ≈ CAD 912, and CAD 823 — the price at which its Value Score reaches a perfect 100 in its strongest scenario (1080p Budget). The lower of the two, ≈ CAD 823, is a sensible ceiling if you're buying used and a realistic asking price if you're selling. Discount further for wear, mining history or a missing warranty — and score any real listing in the calculator.

Already own one? Selling it changes the upgrade math: what matters is the out-of-pocket cost — the upgrade's price minus what your card sells for — not the sticker price. At a ≈CAD 823 resale, ranked by overall raster performance, the strongest paths right now are RTX 5080 (+39% for ≈CAD 1407 out of pocket). The tool below re-ranks for a specific task (1440p, ray tracing, AI…) and shows each option's Scenario Tier, since a faster card can still be the wrong upgrade for your use.

FAQ

What is a good price for the RTX 5070 right now?
The price targets at the top of this page are calculation thresholds, not forecasts: they say what the competing offers in the 2026-09-13 frame would have to be beaten by under the balanced weighting. Two caveats worth knowing — they move when the rest of the market moves, even if this product's own price doesn't; and hitting a target says the PRICE is good, not that the product suits your job (that's what the tier badges above answer). Change the weighting in the calculator and the targets change with it.
Where can I buy the RTX 5070?
We track 9 offer(s) across stores, variants and conditions — the first 1 useful price highlights are shown above, with the other 8 in the additional-offers disclosure. Each row keeps its own checked date; always confirm the final price at the retailer.
Is the RTX 5070 worth it in September 2026?
That depends on your scenario: its Relative Value ranges across presets in the scenario matrix above (currently #5 of 15 in-stock by balanced value in the 2026-09-13 offer frame). Use the live calculator to weigh your own priorities.
How much power does the RTX 5070 draw?
Its board power (TDP) is 250W, and we suggest at least a 600W power supply for a typical single-GPU system. Higher-clocked AIB models can draw a little more — check the specific card.
What is the RTX 5070 best suited for?
On our 1000-point GPU scale (RTX 4070 = 1000) it indexes 1219 raster / 1280 ray tracing / 1059 AI. Use the scenario matrix to compare 1080p, 1440p, 4K, creation and AI capability.
What is a fair used price for the RTX 5070?
We don't have live used-market data yet, so we calculate a guide: 80% of the cheapest new offer (≈CAD 912) or the price where its Value Score reaches 100 in its strongest scenario (CAD 823) — whichever is lower, ≈ CAD 823 for a unit in excellent condition. Discount for wear, mining history or a missing warranty.
Is a used RTX 5070 worth it?
A used or refurbished RTX 5070 can undercut new pricing meaningfully — see the New / Refurbished / Used split in the offers table and our calculated used ceiling of ≈CAD 823. Weigh the discount against no manufacturer warranty and seller risk; paste any listing into the calculator to score it against the current market.
What is the best upgrade from the RTX 5070?
Counting a ≈CAD 823 resale for your current card, the strongest computed paths in the 2026-09-13 offer frame are RTX 5080 (+39% for ≈CAD 1407 out of pocket) — ranked by performance gained per dollar actually spent. Use the upgrade tool on this page for your own budget and resale estimate.

Offer frame: 2026-09-13 · dataset generated 2026-09-14 · formula gpu-value-v1.4-benefit-cost-product · Value Score is an estimate based on our current dataset, selected weights, market prices and methodology — not an official product rating or a price forecast. Target prices are calculation thresholds, not predictions. Methodology · Report a data error We are not a shop. Affiliate links may earn us a commission; they never change the calculations or the ranking.

Strong if / think twice if

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Strong if

  • Blackwell features (DLSS 4 MFG) with moderate board power
  • Often the cheapest current-gen NVIDIA entry to 1440p
  • Strong efficiency showing in TCO-weighted scenarios
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Think twice if

  • 12GB VRAM is the key limiter for texture-heavy and AI workloads
  • Raster per dollar typically behind AMD's 9070-class
  • Small VRAM headroom weakens its longevity story

Best read as the NVIDIA feature lane on a budget; the 12GB question dominates — compare against 16GB cards in the alternatives block.