Quadro P520 vs GeForce RTX 3070
Quadro P520
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Quadro P520 is positioned at rank #111 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P520
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 990.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P520.
| Insight | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-990.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+990.1%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $200 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 717.6% better value per dollar than the Quadro P520.
| Insight | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+717.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P520 and GeForce RTX 3070
Quadro P520
The Quadro P520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1303 MHz to 1493 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 18W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,034 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro P520 scores 2,034 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 990.1%. The Quadro P520 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 14 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (Quadro P520) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 1.147 TFLOPS (Quadro P520) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1493 MHz vs 1725 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,034 | 22,172+990% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 5888+1433% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.147 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+1671% |
| Boost Clock | 1493 MHz | 1725 MHz+16% |
| ROPs | 16 | 96+500% |
| TMUs | 24 | 184+667% |
| L1 Cache | 0.14 MB | 5.8 MB+4043% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 4 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro P520 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro P520 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro P520) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 4 MB+700% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro P520 draws 18W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 169.7% difference. The Quadro P520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P520) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 18W-92% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 113.0+12% | 100.8 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro P520 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The Quadro P520 costs 25% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.6 (Quadro P520) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 715.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-70% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-25% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.6 | 110.9+715% |
| Codename | GP108 | GA104 |
| Release | May 23 2019 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #677 | #63 |
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