GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 3070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop, leading by roughly 42% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the cheaper option by $999 CAD.
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GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, around 42% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 3,072 on the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 3070 starts at $400 CAD against $1,399 CAD for the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 3070 is trading below its $499 CAD MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop draws just 115W versus 220W for the GeForce RTX 3070, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom. Its more modern Ada Lovelace architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3070's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3070 (Ada Lovelace vs Ampere), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3070 or GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the faster card by about 42%. 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 better than the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop worth the extra $999 CAD over the GeForce RTX 3070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 5,888✓ | 3,072 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46✓ | 24 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 184✓ | 96 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,500 MHz✓ | 1,470 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,725 MHz | 2,370 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 16 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s✓ | 256 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 220 W | 115 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 12-pin | None |
| Released | Sep 2020 | Feb 2023 |