GeForce RTX 5070 vs GeForce RTX 3060
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 5070
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 5070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 69.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+69.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-69.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $550 for the GeForce RTX 5070, it costs 47% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 12.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+12.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅More affordable ($289) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 5070 and GeForce RTX 3060
GeForce RTX 5070
The GeForce RTX 5070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 4 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2325 MHz to 2512 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 28,854 points. Launch price was $549.
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 5070 scores 28,854 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 5070 leads by 69.8%. The GeForce RTX 5070 is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 6,144 (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 30.87 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 2512 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 48 RT cores (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 192 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 28,854+70% | 16,995 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 6144+71% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 30.87 TFLOPS+142% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2512 MHz+41% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+67% | 48 |
| TMUs | 192+71% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 6 MB+71% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+1500% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48+71% | 28 |
| Tensor Cores | 192+71% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 12 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 86.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 5070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s+87% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+1500% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (9th Gen) (GeForce RTX 5070) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC (6th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5070) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (9th Gen) | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (6th Gen) | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 5070 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 38.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 245mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 170W-32% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 245mm | 242mm |
| Height | 115mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 72°C-4% | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 115.4+15% | 100.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 5070 launched at $549 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 47.5% less ($261 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 52.5 (GeForce RTX 5070) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 12% better value. The GeForce RTX 5070 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2021).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $549 | $329-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $289-47% |
| Performance per Dollar | 52.5 | 58.8+12% |
| Codename | GB205 | GA106 |
| Release | March 4 2025 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #22 | #114 |
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