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

✅Costs $1,500 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 202.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 14.7 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Draws 220W instead of 450W, a 230W reduction.
✅Measures 242mm instead of 336mm, a 94mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3090 Ti across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (184 vs 336), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

2022

Why buy it

✅33.9% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅82.6% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (336 vs 184).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere (2020−2025) on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

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300.6% HIGHER MSRP
$1,999 MSRPvs$499 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 14.7 vs 44.4 G3D/$ ($1,999 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
❌104.5% higher power demand at 450W vs 220W.
❌38.8% longer card at 336mm vs 242mm.

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $1,500 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 202.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 14.7 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Draws 220W instead of 450W, a 230W reduction.
✅Measures 242mm instead of 336mm, a 94mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅33.9% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅82.6% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (336 vs 184).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere (2020−2025) on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3090 Ti across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (184 vs 336), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

Trade-offs

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300.6% HIGHER MSRP
$1,999 MSRPvs$499 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 14.7 vs 44.4 G3D/$ ($1,999 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
❌104.5% higher power demand at 450W vs 220W.
❌38.8% longer card at 336mm vs 242mm.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3090 Ti better than GeForce RTX 3070?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 33.9% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 32.6% higher PassMark G3D performance, 336 vs 184 Tensor cores, and 24 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2022 instead of 2020, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2022 generation instead of 2020, 32.6% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 24 GB instead of 8 GB, and 82.6% more ray-tracing hardware. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.

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

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is about 300.6% more expensive on MSRP at $1,999 MSRP versus $499 MSRP, and you are getting 33.9% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 32.6% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3070 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3070 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

Is GeForce RTX 3070 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $499 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 3090 Ti earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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 3090 Ti Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
1080p
low	158 FPS	271 FPS
medium	140 FPS	251 FPS
high	123 FPS	212 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	186 FPS
1440p
low	134 FPS	257 FPS
medium	109 FPS	215 FPS
high	96 FPS	169 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	152 FPS
4K
low	80 FPS	177 FPS
medium	67 FPS	147 FPS
high	52 FPS	110 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	98 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
1080p
low	470 FPS	745 FPS
medium	405 FPS	608 FPS
high	327 FPS	483 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	423 FPS
1440p
low	294 FPS	571 FPS
medium	246 FPS	478 FPS
high	213 FPS	390 FPS
ultra	179 FPS	317 FPS
4K
low	141 FPS	307 FPS
medium	120 FPS	265 FPS
high	105 FPS	238 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	204 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
1080p
low	885 FPS	929 FPS
medium	712 FPS	760 FPS
high	619 FPS	677 FPS
ultra	499 FPS	586 FPS
1440p
low	692 FPS	719 FPS
medium	557 FPS	589 FPS
high	473 FPS	512 FPS
ultra	374 FPS	438 FPS
4K
low	479 FPS	499 FPS
medium	388 FPS	414 FPS
high	330 FPS	360 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	299 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
1080p
low	600 FPS	878 FPS
medium	527 FPS	807 FPS
high	433 FPS	710 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	647 FPS
1440p
low	489 FPS	700 FPS
medium	433 FPS	640 FPS
high	339 FPS	560 FPS
ultra	297 FPS	493 FPS
4K
low	292 FPS	505 FPS
medium	270 FPS	466 FPS
high	238 FPS	417 FPS
ultra	200 FPS	331 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3070 and GeForce RTX 3090 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 3090 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 27 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1560 MHz to 1860 MHz. It has 10752 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,395 points. Launch price was $1,999.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti's 29,395 — the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti leads by 32.6%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 10,752 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 40 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1860 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 84 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) with 184 Tensor cores vs 336.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
G3D Mark Score	22,172	29,395+33%
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	5888	10752+83%
Compute (TFLOPS)	20.31 TFLOPS	40 TFLOPS+97%
Boost Clock	1725 MHz	1860 MHz+8%
ROPs	96	112+17%
TMUs	184	336+83%
L1 Cache	5.8 MB	10.5 MB+81%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	46	84+83%
Tensor Cores	184	336+83%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
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)

The GeForce RTX 3070 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti has 24 GB. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) — a 125% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	24 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	1008 GB/s+125%
Bus Width	256-bit	384-bit+50%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti). 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,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
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,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti's 450W — a 68.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 850W (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 336mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
TDP	220W-51%	450W
Recommended PSU	650W-24%	850W
Power Connector	8-pin	16-pin
Length	242mm	336mm
Height	112mm	140mm
Slots	2-33%	3
Temp (Load)	75°C-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	100.8+54%	65.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti launched at $1999. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 75% less ($1500 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 44.4 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 14.7 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 202% better value. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).