GeForce GTX 1070 SLI vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB 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 41.9% 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 8GB.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+41.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-41.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal) | 🏆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 | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $160 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 23% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 85.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+85.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($160) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) |
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 SLI and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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.
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI scores 17,790 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI leads by 41.9%. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 16 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 1683 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 17,790+42% | 12,535 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3840+50% | 2560 |
| Boost Clock | 1683 MHz | 1777 MHz+6% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — a 14.3% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 256 GB/s+14% | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP7 (2x) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5.0 (2x) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP7 (2x) | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 79.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 66°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 130W-57% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 450W-40% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 112mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 66°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 59.3 | 96.4+63% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI launched at $758 MSRP and currently averages $160, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI costs 23.4% less ($49 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 111.2 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers 85.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $758 | $249-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160-23% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 111.2+85% | 60.0 |
| Codename | Pascal GP104 SLI | GA106 |
| Release | August 16 2016 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #142 | #211 |
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