GeForce RTX 4070 vs Radeon RX 7650 GRE
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
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7650 GRE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 45.6% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 7650 GRE.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+45.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-45.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $550 (vs $380), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 0.6% better value per dollar than the Radeon RX 7650 GRE.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+0.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅More affordable ($380) |
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 Radeon RX 7650 GRE
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.
Radeon RX 7650 GRE
The Radeon RX 7650 GRE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Fevereiro 2025. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1720 MHz to 2695 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,486 points. Launch price was $279.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the Radeon RX 7650 GRE's 18,486 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 45.6%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the Radeon RX 7650 GRE uses RDNA 3.0, both on 5 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7650 GRE). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 22.08 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7650 GRE). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 2695 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 32 (Radeon RX 7650 GRE) with 184 Tensor cores.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+46% | 18,486 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+188% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+32% | 22.08 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz | 2695 MHz+9% |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 184+44% | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+1060% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+1700% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46+44% | 32 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
Both GPUs support Frame Generation technologies, but they achieve it differently. The GeForce RTX 4070 uses DLSS 3 (AI-based) which is hardware-accelerated on Tensor Cores, often providing superior image quality. The Radeon RX 7650 GRE utilizes FSR 3 & AFMF, which is more open but driver-based. Both can significantly boost FPS in supported titles.The GeForce RTX 4070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 7650 GRE relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7650 GRE has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 288 GB/s (Radeon RX 7650 GRE) — a 75% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 2 MB (Radeon RX 7650 GRE) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s+75% | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+50% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+1700% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 7650 GRE). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7650 GRE). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 7650 GRE).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) | VCN 4.0 |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | VCN 4.0 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the Radeon RX 7650 GRE's 165W — a 19.2% difference. The Radeon RX 7650 GRE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 550W (Radeon RX 7650 GRE). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 304mm vs 240mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 165W-18% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 304mm | 240mm |
| Height | 137mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+20% | 112.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the Radeon RX 7650 GRE launched at $279 and now averages $380. The Radeon RX 7650 GRE costs 30.9% less ($170 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 48.6 (Radeon RX 7650 GRE) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 0.6% better value. The Radeon RX 7650 GRE is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | Radeon RX 7650 GRE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $279-53% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $380-31% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.9 | 48.6 |
| Codename | AD104 | Navi 33 |
| Release | April 12 2023 | Fevereiro 2025 |
| Ranking | #32 | #96 |
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