UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) vs GeForce RTX 3070
UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
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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
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1747.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU).
| Insight | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1747.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1747.7%) |
| Longevity | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3070 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) and GeForce RTX 3070
UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)
The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 200 MHz to 500 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,200 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 UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) scores 1,200 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 1747.7%. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 10 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 64 (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 500 MHz vs 1725 MHz.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,200 | 22,172+1748% |
| Architecture | Gen. 11 Ice Lake | Ampere |
| Process Node | 10 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 64 | 5888+9100% |
| Boost Clock | 500 MHz | 1725 MHz+245% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | 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 | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 256-bit.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: QuickSync (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,MPEG-2 (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | QuickSync | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | QuickSync | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) draws 7W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 187.7% difference. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 242mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-97% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 242mm |
| Height | 0mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 171.4+70% | 100.8 |
Value Analysis
The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) costs 100+% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU)) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) offers Infinity% better value.
| Feature | UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU) | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 110.9 |
| Codename | Lakefield GT2 | GA104 |
| Release | May 28 2020 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #893 | #63 |
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