GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU

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 (Mobile)

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GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

66%

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Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU

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Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

97%

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Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

88%

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Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

84%

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Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

80%

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Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

80%

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GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU

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100%

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Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

68%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Blackwell (2024−2025) / 4nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) 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.

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,465 points.

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 2 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1042 MHz to 1470 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 18 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,143 points. Launch price was $179.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) scores 10,465 and the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU reaches 10,143 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1470 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score	10,465+3%	10,143
Architecture	Blackwell 2.0	Ampere
Process Node	4 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	4608+100%	2304
Boost Clock	2520 MHz+71%	1470 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
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)

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU) — a 52.4% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile). Bus width: 256-bit vs 96-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s+52%	168 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+167%	96-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
DirectX	12	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th gen (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU
Encoder	NVENC 6th gen	7th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd gen	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) draws 50W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU's 70W — a 33.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.