NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti vs NVIDIA N1 16SM Comparison

Architecture Differences

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and the NVIDIA N1 16SM both use the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured by TSMC on a 5 nm process. The core chips differ significantly: the RTX 5070 Ti uses the GB203 chip with a die size of 378 mm², while the N1 16SM uses the GB20B chip with a larger die at 382 mm². The transistor count for the RTX 5070 Ti is recorded at 45,600 million, resulting in a transistor density of 120.6M per mm². The N1 16SM lists its transistor count as unknown, and no density figure is available.

The shading unit count is the most dramatic difference. The RTX 5070 Ti has 8,960 shading units, 280 texture mapping units, and 96 ROPs. The N1 16SM has 2,048 shading units, 128 TMUs, and only 24 ROPs. Ray tracing cores show a similar gap: 70 on the RTX 5070 Ti versus 16 on the N1 16SM. Tensor cores are 280 against 64. These figures indicate the RTX 5070 Ti is a fully realized discrete GPU, while the N1 16SM is positioned as an integrated graphics processor, as its slot width is listed as IGP.

Clock behavior further separates the two. The RTX 5070 Ti has a base clock of 2295 MHz and a boost clock of 2452 MHz. The N1 16SM has a much lower base of 741 MHz but a boost that reaches 2346 MHz, nearly matching the RTX 5070 Ti's boost. The memory clocks differ as well: the RTX 5070 Ti runs memory at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective, while the N1 16SM runs at 1067 MHz with 8.5 Gbps effective. The N1 16SM relies on a much lower base clock to manage power within an integrated context, but its boost capability suggests it can reach higher performance when needed.

API support also diverges. The RTX 5070 Ti supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The N1 16SM lists DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan as N/A. This makes the RTX 5070 Ti suitable for modern gaming and compute workloads, while the N1 16SM's API profile is not defined in the recorded data, likely due to its IGP nature.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data provides a clear split. The RTX 5070 Ti has recorded scores across multiple tests, including 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 at 6604, Geekbench OpenCL at 212363, Geekbench Vulkan at 225122, and Passmark G3D at 32974. The N1 16SM has no recorded benchmarks in the database, with an average benchmark score of zero. This means the RTX 5070 Ti is the only one of the two with measurable performance data.

The N1 16SM does have a percentile rank of 50 among all GPUs, which places it at the midpoint of the performance distribution, but without any benchmark scores, the database shows no wins for it in any test. The RTX 5070 Ti holds a percentile rank of 86, indicating it sits well above the majority of GPUs. The wins column shows 0 for both, but this reflects the absence of head-to-head benchmark entries rather than a tie.

The use-case split is therefore one-sided in terms of measured data. The RTX 5070 Ti is designed for high-end gaming and compute, with its large shading unit count, high memory bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s, and 16 GB of GDDR7 memory. The N1 16SM, with 128 GB of LPDDR5X memory and a bandwidth of 273.2 GB/s, appears oriented toward memory capacity rather than raw throughput. The N1 16SM's 128 GB capacity is exceptional, far exceeding the RTX 5070 Ti's 16 GB, but its bandwidth is less than a third.

Specification Differences

The specification table highlights several fields where the two differ. The process node is the same at 5 nm, and both use TSMC as the foundry. The die size differs by 4 mm², with the N1 16SM slightly larger. The RTX 5070 Ti has a defined transistor count, while the N1 16SM does not.

Clock speeds differ in both base and boost: 2295 MHz versus 741 MHz base, and 2452 MHz versus 2346 MHz boost. Memory size is 16 GB versus 128 GB, memory type is GDDR7 versus LPDDR5X, and memory bandwidth is 896.0 GB/s versus 273.2 GB/s. The bus width is the same at 256 bit. Shading units, TMUs, and ROPs all differ, as do RT cores and tensor cores. Pixel rate is 235.4 GPixel/s versus 56.30 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 686.6 GTexel/s versus 300.3 GTexel/s. FP32 and FP16 performance are both 43.94 TFLOPS for the RTX 5070 Ti, while the N1 16SM delivers 9.609 TFLOPS in both.

The TDP is listed as 300 W for the RTX 5070 Ti and unknown for the N1 16SM. Slot width is dual-slot for the RTX 5070 Ti and IGP for the N1 16SM. The RTX 5070 Ti uses a 16-pin power connector, while the N1 16SM has none. The suggested PSU is 700 W for the RTX 5070 Ti, with no figure for the N1 16SM. Display outputs are 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b for the RTX 5070 Ti, while the N1 16SM has only 1x HDMI. The RTX 5070 Ti has dimensions of 304 mm, 137 mm, and 48 mm, while the N1 16SM has none recorded. The release dates differ: the RTX 5070 Ti was released on 2025-02-19, and the N1 16SM is slated for 2026-05-31. The RTX 5070 Ti has a launch MSRP of 749 USD, while the N1 16SM has none.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two GPUs. This absence is notable because the RTX 5070 Ti has a substantial set of individual benchmarks, while the N1 16SM has none. The RTX 5070 Ti's average benchmark score is 49957, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 with an average score of 50001 and a delta of -0.1 percent, meaning the RTX 5070 Ti is essentially tied with that card. The Intel Arc A550M scores 49737 with a delta of 0.4 percent, putting the RTX 5070 Ti slightly ahead. The AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 50951 with a delta of -2 percent, meaning it is 2 percent ahead of the RTX 5070 Ti. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT scores 48477 with a delta of 3.1 percent, placing the RTX 5070 Ti 3.1 percent ahead.

These rival comparisons give context to the RTX 5070 Ti's position. It sits within a few percentage points of high-end AMD cards from previous generations. The RX 6900 XT leads by 2 percent, while the RTX 5070 Ti leads the RX 6800 XT by 3.1 percent. This indicates the RTX 5070 Ti is competitive with the top tier of the prior generation.

The N1 16SM has no rivals listed and no scores. Its percentile rank of 50 suggests it sits at the median of all GPUs, but without benchmark numbers, the database cannot confirm where it excels. The RTX 5070 Ti's percentile rank of 86 places it in the top 14 percent of all GPUs, a much stronger position.

The biggest wins for the RTX 5070 Ti come from its raw compute numbers. Its FP32 of 43.94 TFLOPS is more than four times the N1 16SM's 9.609 TFLOPS. Its texture rate of 686.6 GTexel/s is more than double. Its pixel rate of 235.4 GPixel/s is over four times higher. These are not close comparisons; they are order-of-magnitude differences that reflect the fundamental design intent of each chip.

FAQ

Q: Which GPU has more shading units?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti has 8,960 shading units, while the NVIDIA N1 16SM has 2,048.

Q: How does the memory capacity compare?

A: The N1 16SM has 128 GB of LPDDR5X memory, while the RTX 5070 Ti has 16 GB of GDDR7. The N1 16SM offers eight times the capacity.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has a bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s, while the N1 16SM has 273.2 GB/s. The RTX 5070 Ti provides more than three times the bandwidth.

Q: Are both GPUs built on the same process node?

A: Yes, both use a 5 nm process at TSMC.

Q: Which GPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has a boost clock of 2452 MHz, while the N1 16SM boosts to 2346 MHz. The difference is 106 MHz.

Q: What does the percentile rank indicate for each?

A: The RTX 5070 Ti has a percentile rank of 86 among all GPUs, while the N1 16SM has a percentile rank of 50.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear conclusion for different use cases. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is a discrete, high-performance GPU designed for demanding workloads. Its 8,960 shading units, 280 tensor cores, and 70 RT cores provide substantial compute power. The recorded benchmarks show an average score of 49957, with notable results in Geekbench Vulkan at 225122 and Geekbench OpenCL at 212363. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 6604 indicates solid DX12 performance. The RTX 5070 Ti's nearest rivals are all previous-generation AMD high-end cards, and it sits within 2 percent of the RX 6900 XT while leading the RX 6800 XT by 3.1 percent. This places it firmly in the upper tier of available GPUs.

The NVIDIA N1 16SM is a different kind of product. Its IGP slot width and lack of power connectors indicate it is an integrated solution, likely for a system-on-chip context. The 128 GB of LPDDR5X memory is a massive capacity, but the bandwidth of 273.2 GB/s is limited. Its compute figures, 9.609 TFLOPS FP32 and 300.3 GTexel/s texture rate, are modest compared to the RTX 5070 Ti. The N1 16SM's percentile rank of 50 suggests it performs at the median level, but the absence of benchmark scores means the database cannot verify its capabilities beyond specifications.

For buyers seeking maximum gaming and compute performance, the RTX 5070 Ti is the only option with measured results. Its 16 GB of GDDR7 memory, 896.0 GB/s bandwidth, and 43.94 TFLOPS FP32 performance are the relevant figures. The N1 16SM, with its 128 GB capacity and lower bandwidth, appears oriented toward memory-heavy tasks that do not require high throughput, but no benchmark data supports this interpretation. The RTX 5070 Ti's launch MSRP is 749 USD, while the N1 16SM has no launch MSRP recorded.

The choice depends on the application. The RTX 5070 Ti delivers proven performance across multiple benchmark suites and holds an 86th percentile rank. The N1 16SM offers unprecedented memory capacity in a 256-bit bus, but its compute metrics are a fraction of the RTX 5070 Ti's. The RTX 5070 Ti is the appropriate selection for gaming, rendering, and general compute workloads. The N1 16SM may serve specific memory-capacity applications, but the database contains no evidence of its performance in such roles.