GeForce GTX 275 vs GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce GTX 275
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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. The GeForce GTX 275 is positioned at rank #217 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 GTX 275
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3070 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2009). The GeForce RTX 3070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 275 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1543.6% higher G3D Mark score and 814.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 896 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 275.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1543.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1543.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| 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 RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $249 for the GeForce GTX 275, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1946.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1946.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($249) | ✅More affordable ($200) |
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 275 and GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce GTX 275
The GeForce GTX 275 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 15 2009. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 633 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 275 scores 1,349 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 1543.6%. The GeForce GTX 275 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 55 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GTX 275) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 0.6739 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 275) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,349 | 22,172+1544% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 5888+2353% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6739 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+2914% |
| ROPs | 28 | 96+243% |
| TMUs | 80 | 184+130% |
| L2 Cache | 0.22 MB | 4 MB+1718% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GTX 275 comes with 896 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 814.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.22 MB (GeForce GTX 275) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.875 GB | 8 GB+814% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.22 MB | 4 MB+1718% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 275) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11 (10_0) | 12 Ultimate+9% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GTX 275) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 275) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 275 draws 219W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 0.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 275 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 275) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 219W | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 6.2 | 100.8+1526% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 275 launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $249, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 19.7% less ($49 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.4 (GeForce GTX 275) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 1953.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-50% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $249 | $200-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.4 | 110.9+1954% |
| Codename | GT200B | GA104 |
| Release | January 15 2009 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #789 | #63 |
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