GeForce RTX 3070 vs Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3070

2020Core: 1500 MHzBoost: 1725 MHz

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NVIDIA

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

2019Core: 1110 MHzBoost: 1560 MHz

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RTX 3070

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

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

  • 38.5% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • Costs $401 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
  • Delivers 33.5% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 33.3 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark G3D performance (22,172 vs 29,964).
  • No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
  • 100% higher power demand at 220W vs 110W.

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

2019

Why buy it

  • +35.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.
  • Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
  • Draws 110W instead of 220W, a 110W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3070 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
  • 80.4% HIGHER MSRP
    $900 MSRPvs$499 MSRP
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 33.3 vs 44.4 G3D/$ ($900 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) better than GeForce RTX 3070?
Yes. Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 35.1% higher PassMark G3D performance and 320 vs 184 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2019 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 3070 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2020 generation instead of 2019, the stronger feature stack with DLSS Super Resolution instead of DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, and a 8nm process instead of 12nm. That broader feature stack should age better as more games lean on modern upscaling and frame-generation support.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is about 80.4% more expensive on MSRP at $900 MSRP versus $499 MSRP, and you are getting lower estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 35.1% 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, Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) 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.
When does GeForce RTX 3070 make more sense than Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)?
Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, future-proofing, and staying closer to $499 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel). The trade-off is that Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) currently gives you 35.1% higher G3D Mark and lower estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 3070 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low158 FPS132 FPS
medium140 FPS113 FPS
high123 FPS97 FPS
ultra104 FPS67 FPS
1440p
low134 FPS106 FPS
medium109 FPS88 FPS
high96 FPS70 FPS
ultra86 FPS48 FPS
4K
low80 FPS47 FPS
medium67 FPS41 FPS
high52 FPS30 FPS
ultra45 FPS25 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low470 FPS256 FPS
medium405 FPS215 FPS
high327 FPS184 FPS
ultra277 FPS159 FPS
1440p
low294 FPS195 FPS
medium246 FPS161 FPS
high213 FPS139 FPS
ultra179 FPS116 FPS
4K
low141 FPS113 FPS
medium120 FPS96 FPS
high105 FPS81 FPS
ultra83 FPS62 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low885 FPS745 FPS
medium712 FPS615 FPS
high619 FPS547 FPS
ultra499 FPS477 FPS
1440p
low692 FPS590 FPS
medium557 FPS484 FPS
high473 FPS420 FPS
ultra374 FPS364 FPS
4K
low479 FPS388 FPS
medium388 FPS312 FPS
high330 FPS255 FPS
ultra249 FPS202 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low600 FPS259 FPS
medium527 FPS225 FPS
high433 FPS183 FPS
ultra385 FPS155 FPS
1440p
low489 FPS198 FPS
medium433 FPS176 FPS
high339 FPS140 FPS
ultra297 FPS115 FPS
4K
low292 FPS114 FPS
medium270 FPS96 FPS
high238 FPS76 FPS
ultra200 FPS58 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3070 and Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,964 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)'s 29,964 — the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) leads by 35.1%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 2,560 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 7.987 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 40 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) with 184 Tensor cores vs 320.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
G3D Mark Score
22,172
29,964+35%
Architecture
Ampere
Turing
Process Node
8 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
5888+130%
2560
Compute (TFLOPS)
20.31 TFLOPS+154%
7.987 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1725 MHz+11%
1560 MHz
ROPs
96+50%
64
TMUs
184+15%
160
L1 Cache
5.8 MB+132%
2.5 MB
L2 Cache
4 MB
4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores
46+15%
40
Tensor Cores
184
320+74%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3070 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) supports the newer DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 3070 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 2 Super Resolution
DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation
Not Supported
DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction
No
Yes (DLSS 3.5)
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.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
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 12.1 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
DirectX
12 Ultimate
12.1
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 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). 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 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
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
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)'s 110W — a 66.7% difference. The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 650W (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
TDP
220W
110W-50%
Recommended PSU
650W
650W
Power Connector
8-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
242mm
0mm
Height
112mm
0mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Temp (Load)
75°C
75°C
Perf/Watt
100.8
272.4+170%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP, while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) launched at $900. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 44.6% less ($401 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 44.4 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 33.3 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 33.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3070Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
MSRP
$499-45%
$900
Performance per Dollar
44.4+33%
33.3
Codename
GA104
TU104
Release
September 1 2020
May 27 2019
Ranking
#63
#201