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 GTX 1070 Ti is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 117% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti. The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is the cheaper option by $2,228 CAD.
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GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1070 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop is dramatically faster, around 117% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 2,432 on the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti currently lists from $260 CAD, $2,228 CAD less than the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop at $2,488 CAD. The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is trading below its $449 CAD MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
At 125W against 180W, the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop'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 3070 Ti Laptop is roughly 5 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti (Ampere vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop is the faster card by about 117%. 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 3070 Ti Laptop better than the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop worth the extra $2,228 CAD over the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Ti | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,432 | 5,888✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 46 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 184 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Ti | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,607 MHz✓ | 1,035 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,683 MHz✓ | 1,485 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Ti | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256.3 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Ti | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 180 W | 125 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Nov 2017 | Jan 2022 |