GeForce RTX 3070 vs RTXA5000-6Q

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

✅+1356.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,001 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 7198.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0.6 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅1500% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 512 MB).

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.

RTXA5000-6Q

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 (1,522 vs 22,172).
❌Less VRAM, with 512 MB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 512 MB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
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401% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$499 MSRP

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

RTXA5000-6Q

2021

Why buy it

✅+1356.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,001 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 7198.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0.6 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅1500% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 512 MB).

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

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

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (1,522 vs 22,172).
❌Less VRAM, with 512 MB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌Limited future-proofing: older hardware, 512 MB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in upcoming AAA games.
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401% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$499 MSRP

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3070 better than RTXA5000-6Q?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 22,172 vs 1,522 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 3070 is a 2020 card with DLSS Super Resolution, while RTXA5000-6Q is a 2021 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

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 1356.8% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 8 GB instead of 512 MB, and better upscaling support with DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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 3070 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 3070 is about $2,001 cheaper on MSRP at $499 MSRP versus $2,500 MSRP, and you are getting 1356.8% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 7198.4%. RTXA5000-6Q is the newer 2021 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does RTXA5000-6Q make more sense than GeForce RTX 3070?

Yes. RTXA5000-6Q is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture and staying closer to $2,500 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 3070. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 3070 currently gives you 1356.8% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 7198.4%.

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

RTXA5000-6Q Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
1080p
low	158 FPS	68 FPS
medium	140 FPS	55 FPS
high	123 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	34 FPS
1440p
low	134 FPS	51 FPS
medium	109 FPS	41 FPS
high	96 FPS	34 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	26 FPS
4K
low	80 FPS	34 FPS
medium	67 FPS	27 FPS
high	52 FPS	23 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	17 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
1080p
low	470 FPS	68 FPS
medium	405 FPS	55 FPS
high	327 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	34 FPS
1440p
low	294 FPS	51 FPS
medium	246 FPS	41 FPS
high	213 FPS	34 FPS
ultra	179 FPS	26 FPS
4K
low	141 FPS	34 FPS
medium	120 FPS	27 FPS
high	105 FPS	23 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	17 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
1080p
low	885 FPS	68 FPS
medium	712 FPS	55 FPS
high	619 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	499 FPS	34 FPS
1440p
low	692 FPS	51 FPS
medium	557 FPS	41 FPS
high	473 FPS	34 FPS
ultra	374 FPS	26 FPS
4K
low	479 FPS	34 FPS
medium	388 FPS	27 FPS
high	330 FPS	23 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	17 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
1080p
low	600 FPS	68 FPS
medium	527 FPS	55 FPS
high	433 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	34 FPS
1440p
low	489 FPS	51 FPS
medium	433 FPS	41 FPS
high	339 FPS	34 FPS
ultra	297 FPS	26 FPS
4K
low	292 FPS	34 FPS
medium	270 FPS	27 FPS
high	238 FPS	23 FPS
ultra	200 FPS	17 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3070 and RTXA5000-6Q

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.

RTXA5000-6Q

The RTXA5000-6Q 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: 1,522 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the RTXA5000-6Q's 1,522 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 1356.8%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the RTXA5000-6Q uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-6Q). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-6Q). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 64 (RTXA5000-6Q) with 184 Tensor cores vs 256.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
G3D Mark Score	22,172+1357%	1,522
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 RTXA5000-6Q supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3070 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
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 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-6Q has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-6Q) — the RTXA5000-6Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+1500%	0.5 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 RTXA5000-6Q's 230W — a 4.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 350W (RTXA5000-6Q). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	RTXA5000-6Q
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+1427%	6.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP, while the RTXA5000-6Q launched at $2500. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 80% less ($2001 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 44.4 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 0.6 (RTXA5000-6Q) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 7300% better value. The RTXA5000-6Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).