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 4070

2023

Why buy it

✅380.3% more average FPS across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 11.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.9 vs 40.4 G3D/$ ($599 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs Unknown).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌263.6% higher power demand at 200W vs 55W.

Radeon RX 8050S

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $199 less on MSRP ($400 MSRP vs $599 MSRP).
✅Draws 55W instead of 200W, a 145W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4070 across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4070 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 40.4 vs 44.9 G3D/$ ($400 MSRP vs $599 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4070

2023

Radeon RX 8050S

2025

Why buy it

✅380.3% more average FPS across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Delivers 11.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.9 vs 40.4 G3D/$ ($599 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution (2023).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs Unknown).
✅More future proof: Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅Costs $199 less on MSRP ($400 MSRP vs $599 MSRP).
✅Draws 55W instead of 200W, a 145W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌263.6% higher power demand at 200W vs 55W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4070 across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 4070 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 40.4 vs 44.9 G3D/$ ($400 MSRP vs $599 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4070 better than Radeon RX 8050S?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4070 is clearly the better overall GPU here. GeForce RTX 4070 averages 380.3% more FPS across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 26,919 vs 16,167 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 4070 is a 2023 card with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while Radeon RX 8050S is a 2025 model from an older generation with FSR 3 + AFMF. 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 4070 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 66.5% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 12 GB instead of Unknown, the stronger feature stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation instead of FSR 3 + AFMF, and a 5nm process instead of Unknown node. 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 4070 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 4070 is about 49.8% more expensive on MSRP at $599 MSRP versus $400 MSRP, and you are getting 380.3% more estimated average FPS across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data and 66.5% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 11.2%. Radeon RX 8050S is the newer 2025 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and lower power draw (55W vs 200W) than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does Radeon RX 8050S make more sense than GeForce RTX 4070?

Yes. Radeon RX 8050S 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 (55W vs 200W), and staying closer to $400 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 4070. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 4070 currently gives you 66.5% higher G3D Mark and 380.3% more estimated average FPS across 13 tracked games in our benchmark data. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 11.2%.

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 4070 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 8050S Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	183 FPS	69 FPS
medium	167 FPS	60 FPS
high	151 FPS	44 FPS
ultra	131 FPS	31 FPS
1440p
low	150 FPS	56 FPS
medium	124 FPS	49 FPS
high	110 FPS	33 FPS
ultra	101 FPS	22 FPS
4K
low	92 FPS	24 FPS
medium	78 FPS	22 FPS
high	65 FPS	14 FPS
ultra	58 FPS	12 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	544 FPS	117 FPS
medium	454 FPS	82 FPS
high	353 FPS	55 FPS
ultra	299 FPS	36 FPS
1440p
low	351 FPS	77 FPS
medium	288 FPS	47 FPS
high	235 FPS	35 FPS
ultra	197 FPS	25 FPS
4K
low	172 FPS	37 FPS
medium	144 FPS	25 FPS
high	125 FPS	20 FPS
ultra	101 FPS	14 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	884 FPS	263 FPS
medium	713 FPS	224 FPS
high	643 FPS	150 FPS
ultra	569 FPS	122 FPS
1440p
low	684 FPS	202 FPS
medium	549 FPS	177 FPS
high	483 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	424 FPS	96 FPS
4K
low	467 FPS	125 FPS
medium	373 FPS	107 FPS
high	326 FPS	66 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	45 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	751 FPS	123 FPS
medium	612 FPS	92 FPS
high	536 FPS	71 FPS
ultra	497 FPS	60 FPS
1440p
low	615 FPS	93 FPS
medium	500 FPS	71 FPS
high	433 FPS	54 FPS
ultra	395 FPS	45 FPS
4K
low	384 FPS	58 FPS
medium	324 FPS	44 FPS
high	301 FPS	34 FPS
ultra	272 FPS	26 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4070 and Radeon RX 8050S

GeForce RTX 4070

The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.

Radeon RX 8050S

The Radeon RX 8050S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2800 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,167 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the Radeon RX 8050S's 16,167 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 66.5%. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 32 (Radeon RX 8050S). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 2800 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
G3D Mark Score	26,919+67%	16,167
Shading Units	5888+18300%	32
Boost Clock	2475 MHz	2800 MHz+13%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both GPUs support Frame Generation technologies, but they achieve it differently. The GeForce RTX 4070 uses DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, while the Radeon RX 8050S relies on FSR Frame Generation + AFMF. Both can significantly boost FPS in supported titles, but they are not on the same feature stack.The GeForce RTX 4070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 8050S relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	FSR 3
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	FSR Frame Generation + AFMF
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 8050S has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 256 GB/s (Max) (Radeon RX 8050S) — a 96.9% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070. Bus width: 192-bit vs System Shared.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	none
Memory Type	GDDR6X	LPDDR5X (Shared)
Memory Bandwidth	504 GB/s+97%	256 GB/s (Max)
Bus Width	192-bit	System Shared

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 8050S). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
DirectX	12.2	12.2
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs VCN 4.5 (Radeon RX 8050S). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs VCN 4.5. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 8050S).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
Encoder	8th Gen NVENC (2x)	VCN 4.5
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	VCN 4.5
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the Radeon RX 8050S's 55W — a 113.7% difference. The Radeon RX 8050S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 650W (Radeon RX 8050S). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 304mm vs 0mm, occupying 3 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4070	Radeon RX 8050S
TDP	200W	55W-73%
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	304mm	0mm
Height	137mm	0mm
Slots	3	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80°C-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	134.6	293.9+118%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP, while the Radeon RX 8050S launched at $400. The Radeon RX 8050S costs 33.2% less ($199 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 44.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 40.4 (Radeon RX 8050S) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 11.1% better value. The Radeon RX 8050S is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).