Arc A310 vs GeForce RTX 4070
Arc A310
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
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Performance Per Dollar Arc A310
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 395% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc A310.
| Insight | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-395%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+395%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Arc A310 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $550 for the GeForce RTX 4070, it costs 82% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 11.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+11.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($100) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Arc A310 and GeForce RTX 4070
Arc A310
The Arc A310 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 12 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2000 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,438 points.
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Arc A310 scores 5,438 versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 26,919 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 395%. The Arc A310 is built on Generation 12.7 while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 6 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 768 (Arc A310) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 3.072 TFLOPS (Arc A310) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 6 RT cores (Arc A310) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 4070) with 96 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,438 | 26,919+395% |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 5888+667% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.072 TFLOPS | 29.15 TFLOPS+849% |
| Boost Clock | 2000 MHz | 2475 MHz+24% |
| ROPs | 16 | 64+300% |
| TMUs | 32 | 184+475% |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB | 5.8 MB+427% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 36 MB+800% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 6 | 46+667% |
| Tensor Cores | 96 | 184+92% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Arc A310 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Arc A310 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 124 GB/s (Arc A310) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) — a 306.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Arc A310) vs 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 12 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 124 GB/s | 504 GB/s+306% |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 36 MB+800% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Arc A310) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc A310) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 (Arc A310) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Xe Media Engine | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | Xe Media Engine | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Arc A310 draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 90.9% difference. The Arc A310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Arc A310) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin. Card length: 169mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-63% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-54% | 650W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | 169mm | 304mm |
| Height | 69mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2-33% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C-19% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 72.5 | 134.6+86% |
Value Analysis
The Arc A310 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The Arc A310 costs 81.8% less ($450 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 54.4 (Arc A310) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the Arc A310 offers 11.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | Arc A310 | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-83% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-82% | $550 |
| Performance per Dollar | 54.4+11% | 48.9 |
| Codename | DG2-128 | AD104 |
| Release | October 12 2022 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #422 | #32 |
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