GRID M60-8Q 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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3070 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M60-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 470.9% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M60-8Q.

Insight	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce RTX 3070
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-470.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+470.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $500 for the GRID M60-8Q, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1327.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce RTX 3070
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1327.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-8Q and GeForce RTX 3070

GRID M60-8Q

The GRID M60-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,884 points.

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 GRID M60-8Q scores 3,884 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 470.9%. The GRID M60-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-8Q) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-8Q) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1725 MHz.

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce RTX 3070
G3D Mark Score	3,884	22,172+471%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Ampere
Process Node	28 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	2048	5888+188%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS	20.31 TFLOPS+321%
Boost Clock	1178 MHz	1725 MHz+46%
ROPs	64	96+50%
TMUs	128	184+44%
L1 Cache	0.75 MB	5.8 MB+673%
L2 Cache	2 MB	4 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce RTX 3070
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID M60-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M60-8Q) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce RTX 3070
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	8 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	2 MB	4 MB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M60-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 2.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-8Q) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce RTX 3070
TDP	225W	220W-2%
Recommended PSU	350W-46%	650W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	—	242mm
Height	—	112mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
Perf/Watt	17.3	100.8+483%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M60-8Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 60% less ($300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.8 (GRID M60-8Q) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 1321.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).