RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell vs GeForce RTX 4070
RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
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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 RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $550 versus $1,700 for the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell, it costs 68% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 214% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+214%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,700) | ✅More affordable ($550) |
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 RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell and GeForce RTX 4070
RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1230 MHz to 2055 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,498 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell scores 26,498 and the GeForce RTX 4070 reaches 26,919 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 8,960 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 36.83 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 2055 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 70 RT cores (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 4070) with 280 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,498 | 26,919+2% |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 8960+52% | 5888 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 36.83 TFLOPS+26% | 29.15 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2055 MHz | 2475 MHz+20% |
| ROPs | 96+50% | 64 |
| TMUs | 280+52% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 8.8 MB+52% | 5.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+33% | 36 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 70+52% | 46 |
| Tensor Cores | 280+52% | 184 |
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 RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) — a 16.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+100% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 504 GB/s+17% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+33% | 36 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: 6th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | 6th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell draws 140W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 35.3% difference. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 140W-30% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2-33% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 189.3+41% | 134.6 |
Value Analysis
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1700, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The GeForce RTX 4070 costs 67.6% less ($1150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.6 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 213.5% better value. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1999 | $599-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1700 | $550-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.6 | 48.9+213% |
| Codename | GB203 | AD104 |
| Release | March 18 2025 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #48 | #32 |
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