GeForce RTX 3070 vs NVS 310
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 NVS 310
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3070 uses modern memory architecture. 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 NVS 310 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 7962.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 310.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+7962.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-7962.5%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| 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 $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 303.1% better value per dollar than the NVS 310.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+303.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 NVS 310
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.
NVS 310
The NVS 310 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 275 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the NVS 310's 275 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 7962.5%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the NVS 310 uses Maxwell, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 512 (NVS 310). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 (NVS 310). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1033 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,172+7963% | 275 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+1050% | 512 ×2 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.31 TFLOPS+1820% | 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 |
| Boost Clock | 1725 MHz+67% | 1033 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+500% | 16 ×2 |
| TMUs | 184+475% | 32 ×2 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+2220% | 0.25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+300% | 1 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 NVS 310 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 NVS 310 has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 1 MB (NVS 310) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+1500% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+300% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+300% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12 (11_0) (NVS 310). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (11_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs Fermi NVENC (NVS 310). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (NVS 310).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | Fermi NVENC |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the NVS 310's 68W — a 105.6% difference. The NVS 310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 350W (NVS 310). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 220W | 68W-69% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 350W-46% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 145mm |
| Height | 112mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.8+2420% | 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the NVS 310 launched at $159 and now averages $10. The NVS 310 costs 95% less ($190 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 27.5 (NVS 310) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 303.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $159-68% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $10-95% |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.9+303% | 27.5 |
| Codename | GA104 | GM107 |
| Release | September 1 2020 | November 4 2015 |
| Ranking | #63 | #826 |
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