Revisiting the GTX 1070 Ti: How It Holds Up in 2025 Gaming
Welcome back, guys! Today, we're diving into a piece of technology that changed my childhood gaming experience – the Nvidia GTX 1070 Ti. Released in November 2017, this graphics card was a powerhouse at the time, allowing me to rack up hundreds of hours in games like Counter Strike, League of Legends, H1Z1, and PUBG. Today, we're revisiting this iconic piece of hardware to see how it holds up in 2025's gaming landscape.
Back in the day, the 1070 Ti was my ticket to competitive shooters and fast-paced MOBAs. With specs that sat between the GTX 1070 and the GTX 1080, it offered almost the same performance as the 1080 but at a much more affordable price. Let's see if this seven-year-old graphics card can still handle modern titles.
The GTX 1070 Ti Specs
For a quick recap, here's a rundown of the GTX 1070 Ti's specs:
- CUDA Cores: 2,432
- Base Clock: 1607 MHz
- Boost Clock: 1683 MHz
- VRAM: 8GB GDDR5
- Power Budget: 180W
As mentioned, this card offered the power of the GTX 1080 at a lower price, making it a popular choice for gamers seeking great value.
Testing the GTX 1070 Ti in 2025 Games
Hell Divers 2
Our first test is Hell Divers 2, where we're aiming for a 60 FPS experience at high settings. The game looks good, but performance initially hovers around 50 FPS. After enabling upscaling, we reach 60-70 FPS, providing a smoother experience for this action-packed shooter.
Space Marine 2 (Multiplayer)
Next, we try out Warhammer Space Marine 2, focusing on the multiplayer side of the game. Despite the demanding graphics, the 1070 Ti struggles a bit with frame rates, ranging from 30-40 FPS. However, enabling FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) boosts performance to 60 FPS, making the game playable in multiplayer modes with some tweaking.
Remnant 2
In our next test, we play Remnant 2, an Unreal Engine 5 title that’s notoriously difficult to run. Initially, the game struggles, but after enabling medium settings with quality FSR, the GTX 1070 Ti provides a stable 60 FPS experience. While there are some frame drops, the game is still playable with reasonable visuals.
Marvel Rivals
Finally, we test Marvel Rivals, where we use the 1070 Ti on medium settings with FSR enabled. We see performance improvements, with frame rates reaching 70-80 FPS. However, during intense team fights, the FPS drops below 60. Nevertheless, the upscaled visuals make the game look decent while maintaining a playable frame rate.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
How Does the GTX 1070 Ti Hold Up in 2025?
As we can see, the GTX 1070 Ti is still capable of running many modern games in 2025. For games that demand more power, like Indiana Jones or titles requiring ray tracing, the 1070 Ti struggles. But for most modern games, with a few tweaks like medium settings and FSR upscaling, it still delivers a solid performance.
For gamers still holding onto their older GPUs, the GTX 1070 Ti remains a valuable piece of technology. Despite its age, it can still hit 60 FPS in most games with some adjustment, and for those who aren't chasing ultra-high frame rates, it remains a viable option. After all, consoles like the Xbox Series X often play in quality mode at 30 FPS.
GTX 1070 Ti: Pros and Cons in 2025
The GTX 1070 Ti, while an older GPU, remains a popular option for budget-conscious gamers. Here's a breakdown of its pros and cons in 2025:
Pros
- Affordable Price for Budget Gamers: As a used or refurbished option, the GTX 1070 Ti provides excellent value for budget-conscious gamers looking for solid 1080p or even 1440p performance without breaking the bank.
- Strong 1080p Performance: For most games, the GTX 1070 Ti still delivers smooth gameplay at high settings in 1080p. With upscaling techniques like FSR, it can maintain over 60 FPS in modern games.
- 8GB VRAM: The 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM, although older, is still sufficient for most modern games, especially at 1080p and medium settings.
- Reliable for Indie and Less Demanding Games: The card excels in handling indie titles and less graphically demanding games without requiring excessive tweaking.
- Mature Drivers: Since it’s been around for a while, the 1070 Ti has matured with stable drivers and broad software support, providing a hassle-free experience.
- Good Performance in Multiplayer Games: In titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 and Warhammer 2, it can still hit 60+ FPS, especially with minor adjustments in settings like FSR or resolution scaling.
Cons
- Outdated for Modern AAA Titles: While still viable for many games, the GTX 1070 Ti struggles with the latest AAA titles that demand high levels of performance, especially those requiring ray tracing or advanced graphical effects.
- Low Ray Tracing Support: The GTX 1070 Ti doesn’t support ray tracing, which is becoming more important in many new games, limiting its future-proofing capabilities.
- Lower Frame Rates in Newer Games: For the most demanding games, the card can drop below 60 FPS, especially with high settings or without upscaling features enabled.
- High Power Consumption Relative to Modern GPUs: The 180W power budget is somewhat high compared to newer GPUs that offer similar or better performance with more energy-efficient designs.
- Limited VRAM for Memory-Heavy Games: The 8GB VRAM can become limiting in some newer titles, particularly with higher graphical settings and larger textures, requiring reduced settings or upscaling.
- Not Ideal for 4K Gaming: While it can handle 1080p well, gaming at 4K on the GTX 1070 Ti is not recommended due to performance drops and limited VRAM at higher resolutions.
while the GTX 1070 Ti remains a capable option for budget-conscious gamers in 2025, it is starting to show its age, particularly in handling demanding modern games with ray tracing or high graphical settings. For those who are still using it, performance can be maintained with some adjustments to settings, but it's not ideal for future-proof gaming.
In conclusion, the GTX 1070 Ti continues to prove its worth in 2025. With a combination of solid performance and affordability, it remains a great option for budget-conscious gamers looking to play modern titles without breaking the bank. If you’re still using the 1070 Ti, or any older GPU, let me know in the comments how it’s holding up for your gaming experience.
