GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 2070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 2070 is significantly faster than the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop, leading by roughly 25% in our performance index.
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GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 2070 is significantly faster, around 25% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2070 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2070 packs 2,304 CUDA cores versus 2,048 on the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop draws just 115W versus 175W for the GeForce RTX 2070, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2070's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 2070 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop (Turing vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop or GeForce RTX 2070?
The GeForce RTX 2070 is the faster card by about 25%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2070 better than the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 2070?
Can the GeForce RTX 2070 or GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop handle ray tracing?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,048 | 2,304✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 0 | 36✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 0 | 288✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,442 MHz✓ | 1,410 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,645 MHz✓ | 1,620 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 115 W✓ | 175 W |
| Power Connectors | None | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Aug 2016 | Oct 2018 |