GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
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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 3060 Ti
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 56.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-56.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+56.7%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (310mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $280 versus $800 for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, it costs 65% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 82.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+82.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($280) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800) |
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 3060 Ti and GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2340 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 8448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 66 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,828 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 31,828 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER leads by 56.7%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 8,448 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 44.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2610 MHz. Ray tracing: 38 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 66 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) with 152 Tensor cores vs 264.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312 | 31,828+57% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 4864 | 8448+74% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.2 TFLOPS | 44.1 TFLOPS+172% |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz | 2610 MHz+57% |
| ROPs | 80 | 96+20% |
| TMUs | 152 | 264+74% |
| L1 Cache | 4.8 MB | 8.3 MB+73% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 48 MB+1100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 38 | 66+74% |
| Tensor Cores | 152 | 264+74% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 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 3060 Ti lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) — a 50% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 672 GB/s+50% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 48 MB+1100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs NVENC 8th gen (Dual) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | NVENC 8th gen (Dual) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER's 285W — a 35.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 750W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 242mm vs 310mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 72°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-30% | 285W |
| Recommended PSU | 600W-20% | 750W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 242mm | 310mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2-33% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 72°C-4% |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6 | 111.7+10% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER launched at $799 and now averages $800. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti costs 65% less ($520 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 39.8 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 82.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399-50% | $799 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280-65% | $800 |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5+82% | 39.8 |
| Codename | GA104 | AD103 |
| Release | December 1 2020 | January 8 2024 |
| Ranking | #73 | #10 |
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