GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 vs GeForce RTX 3070
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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
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3070 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2011). 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 560 Ti 448 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 326.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-326.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+326.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🔮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 GTX 560 Ti 448 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $200 for the GeForce RTX 3070, it costs 85% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 56.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+56.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 560 Ti 448 and GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 29 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 210W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,200 points. Launch price was $289.
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 560 Ti 448 scores 5,200 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 326.4%. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 448 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 1.312 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,200 | 22,172+326% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 448 | 5888+1214% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.312 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+1448% |
| ROPs | 40 | 96+140% |
| TMUs | 56 | 184+229% |
| L1 Cache | 0.88 MB | 5.8 MB+559% |
| L2 Cache | 0.63 MB | 4 MB+535% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | 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 560 Ti 448 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) — a 187.2% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3070. Bus width: 320-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 156 GB/s | 448 GB/s+187% |
| Bus Width | 320-bit+25% | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.63 MB | 4 MB+535% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (FL 11_0) | 12 Ultimate |
| OpenGL | 4.2 | 4.6+10% |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 4.0 | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo VP4 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 draws 210W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 4.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) 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: 76°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 210W-5% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 76°C | 75°C-1% |
| Perf/Watt | 24.8 | 100.8+306% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 launched at $289 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 costs 85% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 173.3 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers 56.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $289-42% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-85% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 173.3+56% | 110.9 |
| Codename | GF110 | GA104 |
| Release | November 29 2011 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #571 | #63 |
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