GeForce GTX 1070 SLI vs Radeon RX 6850M XT

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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 6850M XT

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

159%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

150%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

148%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

145%

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

104%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

100%

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

91%

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

71%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

69%

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

64%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 6850M XT is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The Radeon RX 6850M XT likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 6850M XT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal)	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 2.0 / 7nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $160 versus $800 for the Radeon RX 6850M XT, it costs 80% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 412.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+412.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($160)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800)

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 SLI Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 6850M XT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1070 SLI and Radeon RX 6850M XT

GeForce GTX 1070 SLI

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 16 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1683 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,790 points.

Radeon RX 6850M XT

The Radeon RX 6850M XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2321 MHz to 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,350 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI scores 17,790 and the Radeon RX 6850M XT reaches 17,350 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is built on Pascal while the Radeon RX 6850M XT uses RDNA 2.0, both on 16 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 2,560 (Radeon RX 6850M XT). Boost clocks: 1683 MHz vs 2581 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
G3D Mark Score	17,790+3%	17,350
Architecture	Pascal	RDNA 2.0
Process Node	16 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	3840+50%	2560
Boost Clock	1683 MHz	2581 MHz+53%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6850M XT is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. 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 GTX 1070 SLI lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Native)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 6850M XT has 12 GB. The Radeon RX 6850M XT offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 432 GB/s (Radeon RX 6850M XT) — a 68.8% advantage for the Radeon RX 6850M XT. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	12 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s	432 GB/s+69%
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 6850M XT). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
DirectX	12.1	12.2
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs VCN 3.0 (Radeon RX 6850M XT). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP7 (2x) vs VCN 3.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6850M XT).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
Encoder	NVENC 5.0 (2x)	VCN 3.0
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP7 (2x)	VCN 3.0
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI draws 300W versus the Radeon RX 6850M XT's 165W — a 58.1% difference. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 650W (Radeon RX 6850M XT). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
TDP	300W	165W-45%
Recommended PSU	750W	650W-13%
Power Connector	2x 8-pin	Mobile
Length	267mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80°C	80°C
Perf/Watt	59.3	105.2+77%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI launched at $758 MSRP and currently averages $160, while the Radeon RX 6850M XT launched at $800 and now averages $800. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI costs 80% less ($640 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 111.2 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 21.7 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) — the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers 412.4% better value. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 SLI	Radeon RX 6850M XT
MSRP	$758-5%	$800
Avg Price (30d)	$160-80%	$800
Performance per Dollar	111.2+412%	21.7
Codename	Pascal GP104 SLI	Navi 22
Release	August 16 2016	January 4 2022
Ranking	#142	#103