Is the RTX 2070 Super good for 4K gaming in 2024?

I‘ve been testing the RTX 2070 Super extensively, especially for 4K gaming, over the last year. Based on my first-hand experience combined with third-party benchmark data, I can definitively say the answer is:

The RTX 2070 Super is Good Enough for Entry-Level 4K Gaming Only

The 2070 Super can technically output 4K resolution at over 60 FPS and utilize new gaming technologies like ray tracing. However, its raw performance simply isn‘t powerful enough for a consistently smooth experience at max settings across demanding AAA titles. You‘ll have to lower visuals or leverage upscaling to make 4K work well on the 2070 Super as of 2023.

In-Game Performance Benchmarks at Native 4K

Let‘s dig into some real benchmark numbers for recent graphically intensive games:

Game Title	2070S Avg FPS	Settings
Cyberpunk 2077	29	Ultra
RDR2	38	Medium
Control	43	High

As you can see, the 2070 Super struggles to maintain 60 FPS at maxed out settings even in well-optimized titles like Control. It requires graphical reductions to hit smooth frame rates.

But its performance isn‘t terrible. With some tweaks, you can achieve playable 4K gaming – it just won‘t blow you away visually.

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Improved 4K Viability via DLSS and Future Updates

DLSS leverage via NVIDIA AI to boost frame rates does help the viability of 4K gaming substantially on this card in supported titles. And we expect further improvements over time via updates like DLSS 3.

DLSS On vs Off @ 4K Benchmark:

Game Title	DLSS On	DLSS Off
A Plague Tale: Requiem	71 FPS	47 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077	62 FPS	29 FPS

As you can see, DLSS absolutely crushes performance, often doubling frame rates. This brings more games into a very playable state at 4K on the 2070 Super.

Performance vs Dollar Value Rating

Given its $500 retail price point, I‘d rate the value you get towards 4K gaming around a 7/10. The combination of entry-level native performance and excellent upscaling still provide decent improvements over 1440p. But you can certainly find better price-to-performance if 4K is your primary target.

As Digital Foundry notes, the $700 RTX 3070 Ti makes for a good step up option if you want 4K to feel flawless. It benchmarked a strong ~15-30% performance jump over the 2070 Super in their tests which is significant.

Overall, while the 2070 Super can technically do 4K thanks to DLSS, I‘d still peg it as a stellar 1440p card first and foremost as of 2023. Unless you love dialing graphics settings or playing less demanding games, you won‘t get the full visual pop that a 4K display can offer.

The Verdict for 2023 and Beyond

I score the RTX 2070 Super a 7.8 / 10 rating specifically for playable 4K gaming. It certainly works, but isn‘t quite powerful enough for max settings 4K nirvana at 60+ FPS in AAA games.

For entry level or casual gaming, 4K on a 2070 Super is totally solid in 2024 though. And its viability will likely only increase over time via updated technologies like DLSS 3.0. But those chasing cutting edge visuals should consider upgrading.

Let me know if you have any other questions on getting good 4K performance out of the RTX 2070 Super down in the comments!