Prolific leaker Kopite7kimi has consistently provided accurate information about Nvidia products. Recently, a leak has revealed details about Nvidia's mid-range Blackwell graphics cards, specifically the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and GeForce RTX 5070. This time, Nvidia's product segmentation is confusing, particularly for laptops, as there are several SKUs that offer the same amount of VRAM.
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Specs
Let’s start with the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (PG147-SKU60), which boasts 16 GB of GDDR7 VRAM and operates on a 256-bit bus. It features a GB203-300-A1 GPU that includes 8,960 CUDA cores and has a total graphics power (TGP) of 300 Watts. This card should at least match the performance of the previous generation GeForce RTX 4080, especially since it shares the same VRAM capacity. Depending on the tasks it’s handling, the performance could range between that of the RTX 4080 and the high-end GeForce RTX 4090. Then, there’s its non-TI counterpart,
GeForce RTX 5070 Features
the GeForce RTX 5070 (PG146/147-SKU70). This model comes equipped with 12 GB of GDDR7 VRAM on a 192-bit bus, featuring a GB205-300-A1 GPU with 6,144 CUDA cores and a TGP of 250 watts. Judging by these specifications, this card is more suited for 1080p gaming rather than 1440p, especially due to the increasing VRAM requirements of modern games. While it will outperform other 12 GB options such as the Intel Arc B580 and AMD Radeon RX 9060 in terms of raw power, its pricing might be on the higher side.
Consider Future VRAM Needs
For those in need of more VRAM, the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti may be a smart choice, as it’s said to have 16 GB of GDDR7 VRAM. It might come with fewer CUDA cores and a lower TGP, but the added VRAM can help ensure it remains relevant for future games, similar to how the GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB has surprised many with its performance in certain titles. Alternatively, if your budget allows, you might want to look into the GeForce RTX 5080, which, for some unknown reason, will also be launched with 16 GB of video memory.
