GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce FX 5500
GeForce RTX 3070
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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 3070
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 277050% 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 FX 5500.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+277050%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-277050%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| 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 $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 41472.5% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5500.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+41472.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 FX 5500
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 FX 5500
The GeForce FX 5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 17 2021. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock ranges from 1065 MHz to 1320 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the GeForce FX 5500's 8 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 277050%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the GeForce FX 5500 uses Rankine, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 1,024 (GeForce FX 5500). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 2.703 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5500). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1320 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,172+277050% | 8 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Rankine |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+475% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.31 TFLOPS+651% | 2.703 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1725 MHz+31% | 1320 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+500% | 16 |
| TMUs | 184+475% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+190% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
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 FX 5500 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3070 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce FX 5500 has 256 MB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 2 MB (GeForce FX 5500) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+3100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 9.0a (GeForce FX 5500). Vulkan: 1.4 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 1.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate+33% | 9.0a |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+207% | 1.5 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs No (GeForce FX 5500). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs No.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | No |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | No |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the GeForce FX 5500's 25W — a 159.2% difference. The GeForce FX 5500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 350W (GeForce FX 5500). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Legacy. Card length: 242mm vs 171mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 220W | 25W-89% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 350W-46% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Legacy |
| Length | 242mm | 171mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 70°C-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 100.8+33500% | 0.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce FX 5500 launched at $37 and now averages $30. The GeForce FX 5500 costs 85% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 0.3 (GeForce FX 5500) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 36866.7% better value. The GeForce FX 5500 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce FX 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $37-93% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $30-85% |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.9+36867% | 0.3 |
| Codename | GA104 | TU117S |
| Release | September 1 2020 | December 17 2021 |
| Ranking | #63 | #468 |
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