GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce 7900 GT

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 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 Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GT

#696

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

12624%

#698

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

11444%

#699

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

11414%

#703

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

10379%

#704

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

10308%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

100%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

97%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

91%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

90%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

85%

#714

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

85%

#715

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

85%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

79%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

78%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

77%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

76%

#720

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

64%

#721

Mobility Radeon HD 2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3070 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2008). 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 GeForce 7900 GT 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 8493.8% higher G3D Mark score and 3100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7900 GT.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+8493.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-8493.8%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $200 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2478.1% better value per dollar than the GeForce 7900 GT.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2478.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)	✅More affordable ($60)

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 GeForce RTX 3070 and GeForce 7900 GT

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.

GeForce 7900 GT

The GeForce 7900 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 258 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the GeForce 7900 GT's 258 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 8493.8%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the GeForce 7900 GT uses G9x, both on 8 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 224 (GeForce 7900 GT).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
G3D Mark Score	22,172+8494%	258
Architecture	Ampere	G9x
Process Node	8 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	5888+2529%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce 7900 GT relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2.0	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3070 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 7900 GT has 256 MB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+3100%	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GT). Vulkan: 1.4 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
DirectX	12 Ultimate+33%	9.0c
Vulkan	1.4	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+119%	2.1
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs None (GeForce 7900 GT). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 (GeForce 7900 GT).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
Encoder	NVENC 7th gen	None
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	PureVideo
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9	MPEG-2,WMV,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the GeForce 7900 GT's 150W — a 37.8% difference. The GeForce 7900 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 350W (GeForce 7900 GT). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Legacy. Card length: 242mm vs 198mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce 7900 GT
TDP	220W	150W-32%
Recommended PSU	650W	350W-46%
Power Connector	8-pin	Legacy
Length	242mm	198mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80
Perf/Watt	100.8+5829%	1.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce 7900 GT launched at $299 and now averages $60. The GeForce 7900 GT costs 70% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 4.3 (GeForce 7900 GT) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 2479.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2008).