GeForce RTX 4090 D vs GeForce RTX 3070

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

114%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

110%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

109%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

108%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

108%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

107%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

106%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

106%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

105%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

104%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

103%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

103%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

101%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

101%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

101%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

100%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

99%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

98%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

97%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

97%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

95%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

95%

#23

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

94%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

94%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

94%

#26

Radeon RX 7700 XT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

94%

#27

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $380

94%

#28

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB

MSRP: $269|Avg: $318

93%

#29

Radeon RX 6700 XT

MSRP: $479|Avg: $230

93%

#30

GeForce RTX 3060

MSRP: $329|Avg: $289

93%

#31

Radeon RX 7400

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 38.6% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (24 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3070.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+38.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-38.6%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (24 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (304mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $1,599 for the GeForce RTX 4090 D, it costs 87% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 476.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+476.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)	✅More affordable ($200)

Performance Check

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 7800X3D 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 4090 D Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3070 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4090 D and GeForce RTX 3070

GeForce RTX 4090 D

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 28 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2280 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 14592 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 425W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 114 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,725 points. Launch price was $1,599.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4090 D scores 30,725 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 4090 D leads by 38.6%. The GeForce RTX 4090 D is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 14,592 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 73.54 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1725 MHz. Ray tracing: 114 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 3070) with 456 Tensor cores vs 184.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
G3D Mark Score	30,725+39%	22,172
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ampere
Process Node	5 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	14592+148%	5888
Compute (TFLOPS)	73.54 TFLOPS+262%	20.31 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2520 MHz+46%	1725 MHz
ROPs	176+83%	96
TMUs	456+148%	184
L1 Cache	14.3 MB+147%	5.8 MB
L2 Cache	72 MB+1700%	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	114+148%	46
Tensor Cores	456+148%	184

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. 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 GeForce RTX 4090 D supports the newer DLSS 3.5 (including Frame Gen/Ray Reconstruction), whereas the GeForce RTX 3070 is capped at DLSS 2.0.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.0 (Native)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4090 D comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4090 D offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) — a 125% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 4090 D has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
VRAM Capacity	24 GB+200%	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	1008 GB/s+125%	448 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+50%	256-bit
L2 Cache	72 MB+1700%	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.4	1.4
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 2x NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
Encoder	2x NVENC (8th Gen)	NVENC 7th gen
Decoder	NVDEC (5th Gen)	NVDEC 5th gen
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4090 D draws 425W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 63.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 304mm vs 242mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 78°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	GeForce RTX 3070
TDP	425W	220W-48%
Recommended PSU	850W	650W-24%
Power Connector	16-pin	8-pin
Length	304mm	242mm
Height	137mm	112mm
Slots	3	2-33%
Temp (Load)	78°C	75°C-4%
Perf/Watt	72.3	100.8+39%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4090 D launched at $1599 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce RTX 4090 D is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).