GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

Why buy it

✅20.2% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅4.5% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (184 vs 176).

Trade-offs

❌57.1% higher power demand at 220W vs 140W.

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile

2022

Why buy it

✅Draws 140W instead of 220W, a 80W reduction.
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3070 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (176 vs 184), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 44.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile

2022

Why buy it

✅20.2% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅4.5% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (184 vs 176).

Why buy it

✅Draws 140W instead of 220W, a 80W reduction.
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌57.1% higher power demand at 220W vs 140W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3070 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (176 vs 184), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 44.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3070 better than GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 20.2% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 25.8% higher PassMark G3D performance, and 184 vs 176 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2020 instead of 2022, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2022 generation instead of 2020. That makes it the safer long-run choice for modern games.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 3070 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 3070 is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $499 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 20.2% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 25.8% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile is the newer 2022 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture, lower power draw (140W vs 220W), and future-proofing than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile make more sense than GeForce RTX 3070?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (140W vs 220W), future-proofing, and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 3070. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 3070 currently gives you 25.8% higher G3D Mark and 20.2% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

GeForce RTX 3070 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	158 FPS	130 FPS
medium	140 FPS	112 FPS
high	123 FPS	93 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	64 FPS
1440p
low	134 FPS	105 FPS
medium	109 FPS	87 FPS
high	96 FPS	66 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	46 FPS
4K
low	80 FPS	47 FPS
medium	67 FPS	41 FPS
high	52 FPS	29 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	24 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	470 FPS	364 FPS
medium	405 FPS	318 FPS
high	327 FPS	264 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	224 FPS
1440p
low	294 FPS	261 FPS
medium	246 FPS	218 FPS
high	213 FPS	186 FPS
ultra	179 FPS	151 FPS
4K
low	141 FPS	129 FPS
medium	120 FPS	111 FPS
high	105 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	72 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	885 FPS	793 FPS
medium	712 FPS	634 FPS
high	619 FPS	529 FPS
ultra	499 FPS	396 FPS
1440p
low	692 FPS	595 FPS
medium	557 FPS	476 FPS
high	473 FPS	396 FPS
ultra	374 FPS	297 FPS
4K
low	479 FPS	396 FPS
medium	388 FPS	317 FPS
high	330 FPS	264 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	198 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	600 FPS	281 FPS
medium	527 FPS	245 FPS
high	433 FPS	201 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	173 FPS
1440p
low	489 FPS	215 FPS
medium	433 FPS	192 FPS
high	339 FPS	158 FPS
ultra	297 FPS	133 FPS
4K
low	292 FPS	131 FPS
medium	270 FPS	112 FPS
high	238 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	200 FPS	72 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3070 and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile

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 3070 Ti Mobile

The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 915 MHz to 1410 MHz. It has 5632 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 44 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,621 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile's 17,621 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 25.8%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 5,632 (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 15.88 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1410 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 44 (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile) with 184 Tensor cores vs 176.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
G3D Mark Score	22,172+26%	17,621
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	5888+5%	5632
Compute (TFLOPS)	20.31 TFLOPS+28%	15.88 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1725 MHz+22%	1410 MHz
ROPs	96+20%	80
TMUs	184+5%	176
L1 Cache	5.8 MB+5%	5.5 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	46+5%	44
Tensor Cores	184+5%	176

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	448 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
Encoder	NVENC 7th gen	7th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile's 140W — a 44.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile
TDP	220W	140W-36%
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	Mobile
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	100.8	125.9+25%