GeForce RTX 4070 vs Quadro M620
GeForce RTX 4070
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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 4070
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4070 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2017). The GeForce RTX 4070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M620 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 876% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (12 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M620.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+876%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-876%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro M620 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $550 for the GeForce RTX 4070, it costs 93% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 40.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+40.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 4070 and Quadro M620
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Quadro M620
The Quadro M620 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 756 MHz to 977 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,758 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the Quadro M620's 2,758 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 876%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Quadro M620 uses Maxwell, both on 5 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 512 (Quadro M620). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 1 TFLOPS (Quadro M620). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 977 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+876% | 2,758 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+1050% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+2815% | 1 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz+153% | 977 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 184+475% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+2220% | 0.25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+1700% | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The Quadro M620 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Quadro M620 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M620 has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 2 MB (Quadro M620) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+500% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+1700% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 12_1 (Quadro M620). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs NVENC 5th Gen (Quadro M620). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) | NVENC 5th Gen |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 2nd Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the Quadro M620's 30W — a 147.8% difference. The Quadro M620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 350W (Quadro M620). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 304mm vs 1mm, occupying 3 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 30W-85% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 350W-46% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 304mm | 1mm |
| Height | 137mm | — |
| Slots | 3 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+46% | 91.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the Quadro M620 launched at $0 and now averages $40. The Quadro M620 costs 92.7% less ($510 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 69.0 (Quadro M620) — the Quadro M620 offers 41.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Quadro M620 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $40-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.9 | 69.0+41% |
| Codename | AD104 | GM107 |
| Release | April 12 2023 | January 11 2017 |
| Ranking | #32 | #606 |
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