GeForce RTX 3070 vs Quadro P620
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 Quadro P620
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 499.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P620.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+499.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-499.6%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| 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 $48), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 43.9% better value per dollar than the Quadro P620.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+43.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($48) |
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 Quadro P620
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.
Quadro P620
The Quadro P620 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1177 MHz to 1443 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,698 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the Quadro P620's 3,698 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 499.6%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the Quadro P620 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 512 (Quadro P620). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 1.478 TFLOPS (Quadro P620). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1443 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 22,172+500% | 3,698 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+1050% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 20.31 TFLOPS+1274% | 1.478 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1725 MHz+20% | 1443 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+500% | 16 |
| TMUs | 184+475% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+2953% | 0.19 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 Quadro P620 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro P620 has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 300% 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 (Quadro P620) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+300% | 2 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 (FL12_1) (Quadro P620). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (FL12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs NVENC (Pascal) (Quadro P620). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs H.264,HEVC (Quadro P620).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the Quadro P620's 40W — a 138.5% difference. The Quadro P620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 350W (Quadro P620). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 220W | 40W-82% |
| 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 | 70°C-7% |
| Perf/Watt | 100.8+9% | 92.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the Quadro P620 launched at $170 and now averages $48. The Quadro P620 costs 76% less ($152 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 77.0 (Quadro P620) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 44% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3070 | Quadro P620 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $170-66% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $48-76% |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.9+44% | 77.0 |
| Codename | GA104 | GP107 |
| Release | September 1 2020 | February 1 2018 |
| Ranking | #63 | #524 |
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