GeForce GTX TITAN X 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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3070 uses modern memory architecture. 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 TITAN X 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 75.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX TITAN X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-75.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+75.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | 🎮 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. Although it costs $200 (vs $120), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 5.4% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX TITAN X.
| Insight | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️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 TITAN X and GeForce RTX 3070
GeForce GTX TITAN X
The GeForce GTX TITAN X is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1075 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,621 points. Launch price was $999.
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 TITAN X scores 12,621 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 75.7%. The GeForce GTX TITAN X is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 6.691 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1075 MHz vs 1725 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,621 | 22,172+76% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072 | 5888+92% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.691 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+204% |
| Boost Clock | 1075 MHz | 1725 MHz+60% |
| ROPs | 96 | 96 |
| TMUs | 192+4% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB | 5.8 MB+427% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | 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 TITAN X comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce GTX TITAN X offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 336 GB/s (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3070. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 448 GB/s+33% |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+50% | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (FL 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 2nd gen (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2nd gen | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 2nd gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX TITAN X draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 12.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 83°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 220W-12% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W-8% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 83°C | 75°C-10% |
| Perf/Watt | 50.5 | 100.8+100% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX TITAN X launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce GTX TITAN X costs 40% less ($80 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 105.2 (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 5.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $499-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-40% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 105.2 | 110.9+5% |
| Codename | GM200 | GA104 |
| Release | March 17 2015 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #209 | #63 |
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