RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell vs GeForce RTX 3070
RTX PRO 4500 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 4500 Blackwell
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 59.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (32 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3070.
| Insight | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+59.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-59.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (32 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $2,015 for the RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell, it costs 90% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 530.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+530.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,015) | ✅More affordable ($200) |
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 4500 Blackwell and GeForce RTX 3070
RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell
The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1635 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 10496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 82 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 35,431 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell scores 35,431 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell leads by 59.8%. The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 10,496 (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 50.53 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 1725 MHz. Ray tracing: 82 RT cores (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 3070) with 328 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 35,431+60% | 22,172 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 10496+78% | 5888 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 50.53 TFLOPS+149% | 20.31 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz+40% | 1725 MHz |
| ROPs | 112+17% | 96 |
| TMUs | 328+78% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 10.3 MB+78% | 5.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 64 MB+1500% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 82+78% | 46 |
| Tensor Cores | 328+78% | 184 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell comes with 32 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1024 GB/s (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) — a 128.6% advantage for the RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 64 MB (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 32 GB+300% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1024 GB/s+129% | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+50% | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 64 MB+1500% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: 6th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | 6th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 9.5% difference. The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-9% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 177.2+76% | 100.8 |
Value Analysis
The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell launched at $2399 MSRP and currently averages $2015, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 90.1% less ($1815 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.6 (RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 530.1% better value. The RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2399 | $499-79% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2015 | $200-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.6 | 110.9+530% |
| Codename | GB203 | GA104 |
| Release | March 18 2025 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #6 | #63 |
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