GeForce GT 1010 vs GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
GeForce GT 1010
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GT 1010 is positioned at rank #98 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 1010
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3148.8% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (12 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 1010.
| Insight | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3148.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3148.8%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) |
| 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 (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $590 (vs $70), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 285.4% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT 1010.
| Insight | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+285.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($70) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($590) |
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 GeForce GT 1010 and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
GeForce GT 1010
The GeForce GT 1010 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 13 2021. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 972 points.
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2310 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 7680 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,578 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 1010 scores 972 versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 31,578 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti leads by 3148.8%. The GeForce GT 1010 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti uses Ada Lovelace, both on 14 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce GT 1010) vs 7,680 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Raw compute: 0.7516 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 1010) vs 40.09 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Boost clocks: 1468 MHz vs 2610 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 972 | 31,578+3149% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 7680+2900% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7516 TFLOPS | 40.09 TFLOPS+5234% |
| Boost Clock | 1468 MHz | 2610 MHz+78% |
| ROPs | 16 | 80+400% |
| TMUs | 16 | 240+1400% |
| L1 Cache | 0.03 MB | 7.5 MB+24900% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 48 MB+19100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 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 GeForce GT 1010 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 1010 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 1010) vs 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 12 GB+2300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 48 MB+19100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GT 1010) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 1010) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Decoder: VP8 (Feature Set H) vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 1010) vs AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC (8th Gen) |
| Decoder | VP8 (Feature Set H) | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 1010 draws 30W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti's 285W — a 161.9% difference. The GeForce GT 1010 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 1010) vs 700W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin. Card length: 147mm vs 285mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-89% | 285W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-57% | 700W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | 147mm | 285mm |
| Height | 69mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 70°C-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 32.4 | 110.8+242% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 1010 launched at $70 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti launched at $799 and now averages $590. The GeForce GT 1010 costs 88.1% less ($520 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.9 (GeForce GT 1010) vs 53.5 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti offers 284.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | GeForce GT 1010 | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-91% | $799 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $70-88% | $590 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.9 | 53.5+285% |
| Codename | GP108 | AD104 |
| Release | January 13 2021 | January 3 2023 |
| Ranking | #895 | #11 |
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