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 3070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out significantly faster — about 23% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the cheaper option by $420 EUR.
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GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 3070 is significantly faster, around 23% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 3070 currently lists from $529 EUR, $420 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop at $949 EUR.
Power & Efficiency
At 115W against 220W, the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4NP process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is roughly 5 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3070 (Blackwell 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 5060 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the faster card by about 23%. 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 5060 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop worth the extra $420 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4NP |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 5,888✓ | 3,840 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46✓ | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 184✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,500 MHz✓ | 1,410 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,725 MHz | 2,340 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
| TDP | 220 W | 115 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 12-pin | None |
| Released | Sep 2020 | Jan 2025 |