GeForce RTX 3070 vs L40S
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 L40S
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 10.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the L40S offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+10.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-10.7%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $7,500 for the L40S, it costs 97% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 4052.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4052.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($200) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,500) |
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 3070 and L40S
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.
L40S
The L40S is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,023 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the L40S's 20,023 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 10.7%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the L40S uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 18,176 (L40S). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 91.61 TFLOPS (L40S). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 2520 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 142 (L40S) with 184 Tensor cores vs 568.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,172+11% | 20,023 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888 | 18176+209% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.31 TFLOPS | 91.61 TFLOPS+351% |
| Boost Clock | 1725 MHz | 2520 MHz+46% |
| ROPs | 96 | 192+100% |
| TMUs | 184 | 568+209% |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB | 17.8 MB+207% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 48 MB+1100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46 | 142+209% |
| Tensor Cores | 184 | 568+209% |
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 L40S relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| 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 L40S has 48 GB. The L40S offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 960 GB/s (L40S) — a 114.3% advantage for the L40S. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 48 MB (L40S) — the L40S has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 48 GB+500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 960 GB/s+114% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 384-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 48 MB+1100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12.2 (L40S). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L40S). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (L40S).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the L40S's 300W — a 30.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 800W (L40S). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 220W-27% | 300W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W-19% | 800W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 16-pin |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.8+51% | 66.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the L40S launched at $7500 and now averages $7500. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 97.3% less ($7300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 2.7 (L40S) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 4007.4% better value. The L40S is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | L40S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499-93% | $7500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-97% | $7500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.9+4007% | 2.7 |
| Codename | GA104 | AD102 |
| Release | September 1 2020 | October 13 2022 |
| Ranking | #63 | #76 |
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