Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Ti WindForce OC SFF

Name: Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Ti WindForce OC SFF
Brand: Gigabyte
SKU: 81554

Manufacturer: Gigabyte

The Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Ti WindForce OC SFF is a compact graphics card based on NVIDIA's Blackwell architecture, targeting users who need a capable GPU in a smaller form factor. With a boost clock reaching 2497 MHz and 44.75 TFLOPS of floating-point performance, it is built around the GB203 die manufactured on a 5 nm process and packs 45.6 billion transistors into its design. The card measures 304 mm in length and 126 mm in height, and operates within a 300W TDP envelope.

On the memory side, the card carries 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM across a 256-bit bus, delivering an effective memory speed of 28000 MHz and a peak bandwidth of 896 GB/s. Its 8960 shading units are paired with 280 texture mapping units and 96 render output units, yielding a texture rate of 699.2 GTexels/s and a pixel fill rate of 239.7 GPixel/s. Display output is handled through one HDMI 2.1b port and three DisplayPort connectors, supporting up to four monitors simultaneously. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, ray tracing, DLSS, and Intel Resizable BAR, while ECC memory and double-precision floating-point are also present.

Pros

16GB of GDDR7 VRAM with a 256-bit bus and 896 GB/s bandwidth suits memory-intensive workloads and high-resolution rendering
Supports up to four displays simultaneously via one HDMI 2.1b port and three DisplayPort outputs
ECC memory support adds data integrity for compute and professional workloads
Ray tracing and DLSS are both supported, expanding compatibility with modern rendering pipelines
Intel Resizable BAR is included, allowing the CPU to access the full GPU memory pool for improved data transfer
Double-precision floating-point support broadens the card's usability beyond purely graphics tasks

Cons

300W TDP places notable demands on system power delivery and case airflow
No USB-C display output, which limits connectivity options for monitors or devices relying on that interface
The 304 mm length may still present fitment challenges in smaller enclosures despite the SFF designation
No water-cooling option is available, leaving thermal management entirely dependent on the air cooler
No RGB lighting for users who prefer visual customization in their build

Who is this for?

This card is well-suited for users running high-resolution rendering and compute workloads, where the 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM and 896 GB/s of memory bandwidth provide ample headroom for large datasets and complex scenes. The inclusion of ray tracing, DLSS, and DirectX 12 Ultimate makes it a practical fit for those working with modern game engines or real-time visualization pipelines. ECC memory support and double-precision floating-point capability also make it a reasonable option for professional compute tasks that demand data accuracy. Users who need to drive up to four displays simultaneously via HDMI 2.1b and DisplayPort will find the output configuration accommodating for multi-monitor setups.

Who is this NOT for?

Users working within strict space constraints may find the 304 mm length and 300W TDP challenging, as the card demands adequate case airflow and a capable power supply despite its SFF labeling — making it a poor fit for very compact or thermally limited builds. Those who rely on USB-C display connectivity will need to look elsewhere, as no such output is available on this card. Additionally, users seeking a purely passive or water-cooled solution will not find that option here, since only air cooling is supported, which may be a drawback in noise-sensitive or thermally demanding environments.

Performance:

GPU clock speed	2295 MHz
GPU turbo	2497 MHz
pixel rate	239.7 GPixel/s
floating-point performance	44.75 TFLOPS
texture rate	699.2 GTexels/s
GPU memory speed	1750 MHz
shading units	8960
texture mapping units (TMUs)	280
render output units (ROPs)	96
Has Double Precision Floating Point (DPFP)	✓

The card runs at a base clock of 2295 MHz with a boost frequency of 2497 MHz, while GPU memory operates at 1750 MHz. Its 8960 shading units are complemented by 280 texture mapping units and 96 render output units, producing a texture rate of 699.2 GTexels/s and a pixel fill rate of 239.7 GPixel/s. Floating-point performance is rated at 44.75 TFLOPS, and the GPU also supports double-precision floating-point computation.

Memory:

effective memory speed	28000 MHz
maximum memory bandwidth	896 GB/s
VRAM	16GB
GDDR version	GDDR7
memory bus width	256-bit
Supports ECC memory	✓

The card is equipped with 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM running at an effective speed of 28000 MHz across a 256-bit memory bus, resulting in a maximum memory bandwidth of 896 GB/s. ECC memory support is also included, adding a layer of data integrity for workloads that require it.

Features:

DirectX version	DirectX 12 Ultimate
OpenGL version	4.6
OpenCL version	3
Supports multi-display technology	✓
supports ray tracing	✓
Supports 3D	✓
supports DLSS	✓
has XeSS (XMX)	✕
AMD SAM / Intel Resizable BAR	Intel Resizable BAR
has LHR	✕
has RGB lighting	✕
supported displays	4

The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and OpenCL 3, covering a broad range of graphics and compute APIs. Ray tracing and DLSS are both supported, alongside stereoscopic 3D and multi-display technology for up to four screens simultaneously. Intel Resizable BAR is included for improved CPU-to-GPU data throughput, while XeSS (XMX) and LHR are not present. The card does not feature RGB lighting.

Ports:

has an HDMI output	✓
HDMI ports	1
HDMI version	HDMI 2.1b
DisplayPort outputs	3
USB-C ports	0
DVI outputs	0
mini DisplayPort outputs	0

The card's output configuration consists of one HDMI 2.1b port and three DisplayPort outputs, with no USB-C, DVI, or mini DisplayPort connections present.

General info:

GPU architecture	Blackwell
Thermal Design Power (TDP)	300W
PCI Express (PCIe) version	5
semiconductor size	5 nm
number of transistors	45600 million
Has air-water cooling	✕
width	304 mm
height	126 mm

Built on the Blackwell architecture and manufactured using a 5 nm process, the GPU integrates 45,600 million transistors and connects via a PCIe 5 interface. It carries a TDP of 300W and relies on air cooling, with no water-cooling solution included. The card measures 304 mm in width and 126 mm in height.

Final Verdict

The Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5070 Ti WindForce OC SFF brings together a capable set of specifications for users who need a capable card in a smaller chassis, anchored by its 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM with 896 GB/s of bandwidth and a broad feature set that includes ray tracing, DLSS, DirectX 12 Ultimate, and ECC memory support. Its Blackwell architecture, double-precision floating-point capability, and multi-display output make it a versatile option across both graphics-intensive and compute-oriented workloads. That said, its 300W TDP and 304 mm length mean it still demands a well-ventilated system with sufficient power headroom, and the absence of USB-C output and water-cooling support narrows its appeal for certain build types. On balance, it is a well-specified card for users whose workloads can fully leverage its memory subsystem and feature set, provided their system can accommodate its thermal and physical requirements.