The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 is on the verge of making a fresh entrance, setting itself apart from its predecessor that hit the market 16 months ago. This impending launch will showcase a new variant armed with GDDR6 memory operating at 20Gbps.

Information from Board Channels (as reported by VideoCardz) hints at a potential 5% decrease in bandwidth for the new RTX 4070 due to the transition from GDDR6X to GDDR6 memory. Nonetheless, the overall performance is anticipated to remain on par. Many applications do not heavily depend on memory, and aspects like CUDA core count, TDP, and clock rates are likely to stay unchanged.

Sources from Board Channels suggest that the revised RTX 4070, featuring the new GDDR6 memory setup, is poised for potential availability around August 20th. However, this date may not mark an official launch but rather an estimated timeframe for its presence in retail outlets. Regarding pricing, it remains uncertain whether adjustments will be made for the new iteration.

If the new RTX 4070 model is poised to replace its current counterpart, Nvidia and its partners ought to provide clarity to consumers regarding the distinctions. One straightforward approach could involve appending the “GDDR6” descriptor to modify the product name. Alternatively, specifying the memory type on the product packaging could be another viable solution.

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