GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)
VS
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)

2016Core: 1506 MHzBoost: 1645 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

2023Core: 1237 MHzBoost: 1492 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)

#3
GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
55%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
114%
#19
Radeon RX 5600
MSRP: $229|Avg: $150
101%
#20
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#22
Radeon RX 7700
MSRP: $449|Avg: $399
97%
#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is significantly newer (2023 vs 2016). The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile.

InsightGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
Performance
Leading raw performance (+3.4%)
Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 GTX 1070 (móvel) and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 15 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,465 points. Launch price was $389.99.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2023. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1237 MHz to 1492 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,125 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) scores 10,465 and the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile reaches 10,125 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile uses Ampere, both on 16 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,920 (GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 1492 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
G3D Mark Score
10,465+3%
10,125
Architecture
Pascal
Ampere
Process Node
16 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
1920
2560+33%
Boost Clock
1645 MHz+10%
1492 MHz

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)) vs 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) — a 52.4% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel). Bus width: 256-bit vs 96-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
256 GB/s+52%
168 GB/s
Bus Width
256-bit+167%
96-bit
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
DirectX
12.1
12.2
Vulkan
1.1
1.3+18%
OpenGL
4.5
4.6+2%
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
Encoder
NVENC 4.0
7th Gen NVENC
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP6
5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel) draws 120W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile's 60W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1070 (móvel)GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
TDP
120W
60W-50%
Recommended PSU
500W
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Mobile
Length
0mm
0mm
Height
0mm
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
85°C
80°C-6%
Perf/Watt
87.2
168.8+94%