GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
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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 GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Per Dollar
Why is GeForce RTX 3070 better than GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti generally offers a more robust and "future-proof" experience in 2025 than the GeForce RTX 3070, primarily due to its superior 11GB GDDR6 VRAM buffer compared to the 3070's 8GB. While both cards offer similar raw GPU performance in older titles, modern AAA releases at 1440p and 4K often exceed 8GB of memory usage, leading to significant stuttering and inconsistent 1% lows on the RTX 3070.
Technically, the RTX 3070 is built on the newer Ampere architecture with more efficient 2nd generation Ray Tracing cores, making it more power-efficient. However, the RTX 2080 Ti's extra memory overhead allows for higher texture settings and better stability in demanding environments. For gamers looking at 1440p or 4K in 2025, the 2080 Ti remains a more reliable choice.
For budget-conscious builds where power efficiency is a priority, the RTX 3070 is still a formidable card for 1080p ultra or 1440p high settings. However, if you plan to play modern open-world games with high-resolution textures, the 11GB of the 2080 Ti provides the necessary breathing room to avoid physical memory bottlenecks that the 3070 frequently encounters.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+37.5%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $600 for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, it costs 67% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 209.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+209.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($200) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600) |
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 RTX 3070 and GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
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.
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1545 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 68 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,513 points. Launch price was $999.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 and the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti reaches 21,513 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 13.45 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1545 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 68 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) with 184 Tensor cores vs 544.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,172+3% | 21,513 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+35% | 4352 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.31 TFLOPS+51% | 13.45 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1725 MHz+12% | 1545 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+9% | 88 |
| TMUs | 184 | 272+48% |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+35% | 4.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 5.5 MB+38% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46 | 68+48% |
| Tensor Cores | 184 | 544+196% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3070 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti has 11 GB. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti offers 37.5% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 616 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) — a 37.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti. Bus width: 256-bit vs 352-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 5.5 MB (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 11 GB+38% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 616 GB/s+38% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 352-bit+38% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 5.5 MB+38% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+17% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | 6th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti's 250W — a 12.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 220W-12% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 116mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.8+17% | 86.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti launched at $999 and now averages $600. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 66.7% less ($400 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 35.9 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 208.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499-50% | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-67% | $600 |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.9+209% | 35.9 |
| Codename | GA104 | TU102 |
| Release | September 1 2020 | September 20 2018 |
| Ranking | #63 | #66 |
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