Skip to content

GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 5700 XT

Quick Verdict

Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 3070 is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 50% up on the Radeon RX 5700 XT. Value tips toward the Radeon RX 5700 XT, though: $185 CAD cheaper for what you get.

Maximum Capacity Reached. Remove a model to add another. (2/2)

Skip to Spec Sheets ↓

GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 5700 XT: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs Radeon RX 5700 XT

The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, around 50% ahead of the Radeon RX 5700 XT. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the Radeon RX 5700 XT is better matched to 1080p.

Price & Value

Right now the Radeon RX 5700 XT starts at $295 CAD against $480 CAD for the GeForce RTX 3070. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 5700 XT offers the better performance-per-dollar (~8% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 5700 XT is trading below its $399 CAD MSRP — a genuine deal.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 3070 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 5700 XT offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 5700 XT?

Choose the GeForce RTX 3070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 5700 XT stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3070 better than the Radeon RX 5700 XT?

The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, roughly 50% ahead. The Radeon RX 5700 XT is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the Radeon RX 5700 XT?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 3070 worth the extra $185 CAD over the Radeon RX 5700 XT?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Radeon RX 5700 XT comes out ahead.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 5700 XT?

Choose the GeForce RTX 3070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 5700 XT stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 3070 and Radeon RX 5700 XT
SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 5700 XT
ArchitectureAmpereRDNA
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC N7
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / Stream Processors)5,888✓2,560
Ray Tracing Cores46—
Tensor / AI Cores184—

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 3070 and Radeon RX 5700 XT
SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 5700 XT
Base Clock1,500 MHz1,605 MHz✓
Boost Clock1,725 MHz1,905 MHz✓

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 3070 and Radeon RX 5700 XT
SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 5700 XT
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 3070 and Radeon RX 5700 XT
SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070Radeon RX 5700 XT
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP220 W✓225 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin
ReleasedSep 2020Jul 2019