GeForce RTX 3070 vs RTXA5000-24Q

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.

GeForce RTX 3070 vs RTXA5000-24Q FPS Benchmarks

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GeForce RTX 3070 vs RTXA5000-24Q: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each GPU makes more sense in practice: raw FPS, VRAM, features, power draw, pricing, and long-term headroom.

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

Why buy it

✅+361.6% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $3,222 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Delivers 3342.3% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 1.3 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅300% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 2 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (184 vs 256), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

RTXA5000-24Q

2021

Why buy it

✅39.1% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (256 vs 184).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (4,803 vs 22,172).
❌Less VRAM, with 2 GB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌GeForce RTX 3070 is the safer long-term pick here because the hardware is newer and the feature stack is stronger.
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645.7% HIGHER MSRP
$3,721 MSRPvs$499 MSRP

Quick Answers

Which GPU is faster for gaming right now?

GeForce RTX 3070 is the faster gaming card right now based on the synthetic data we have. It leads by 361.6% in PassMark G3D (22,172 vs 4,803), which is the best performance signal available in this matchup.

Which GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3070 is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond. The case is simple: 8 GB vs 2 GB of VRAM and the newer upscaling stack, DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That gives it more room for heavier textures and higher settings over time.

Which GPU is the better buy today?

GeForce RTX 3070 makes the most sense to buy today. It is $3,222 cheaper on MSRP at $499 vs $3,721, and it leads G3D-per-dollar by 3342.3% (44.4 vs 1.3), so the value case lines up with the gaming result.

GeForce RTX 3070 vs RTXA5000-24Q Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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.

RTXA5000-24Q

The RTXA5000-24Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,803 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 4,803 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 361.6%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the RTXA5000-24Q uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-24Q). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-24Q). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 64 (RTXA5000-24Q) with 184 Tensor cores vs 256.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-24Q
G3D Mark Score	22,172+362%	4,803
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	5888	8192+39%
Compute (TFLOPS)	20.31 TFLOPS	27.77 TFLOPS+37%
Boost Clock	1725 MHz+2%	1695 MHz
ROPs	96	96
TMUs	184	256+39%
L1 Cache	5.8 MB	8 MB+38%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	46	64+39%
Tensor Cores	184	256+39%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTXA5000-24Q supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3070 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-24Q
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
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 has 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-24Q carries 2 GB. GeForce RTX 3070 gives you 300% more memory capacity, which matters more once you move into heavier textures, mods, or higher resolutions. Memory bus width is 256-bit on the GeForce RTX 3070 and 64-bit on the RTXA5000-24Q. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-24Q) — the RTXA5000-24Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-24Q
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+300%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 230W — a 4.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 350W (RTXA5000-24Q). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-24Q
TDP	220W-4%	230W
Recommended PSU	650W	350W-46%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	—
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	100.8+382%	20.9

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Value Analysis

At launch, the GeForce RTX 3070 came in at $499, while the RTXA5000-24Q launched at $3721. On MSRP, GeForce RTX 3070 was 86.6% cheaper ($3222 less). Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 44.4 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 1.3 (RTXA5000-24Q) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 3315.4% better value. The newer card here is RTXA5000-24Q (2021 vs 2020).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP	$499-87%	$3721
Performance per Dollar	44.4+3315%	1.3
Codename	GA104	GA102
Release	September 1 2020	April 12 2021
Ranking	#63	#53

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