GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop and GeForce RTX 3060 8GB.
The GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is significantly faster than the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop, leading by roughly 33% in our performance index.
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GeForce RTX 3060 8GB vs GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 8GB vs GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is significantly faster, around 33% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3060 8GB packs 3,584 CUDA cores versus 2,048 on the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop draws just 115W versus 170W for the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is roughly 5 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop (Ampere 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 3060 8GB?
The GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is the faster card by about 33%. 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 3060 8GB better than the GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop?
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Can the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB or GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop handle ray tracing?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 3060 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,048 | 3,584✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 0 | 28✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 0 | 112✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 3060 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,442 MHz✓ | 1,320 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,645 MHz | 1,777 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 3060 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 15 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s✓ | 240 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 Laptop | GeForce RTX 3060 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 115 W✓ | 170 W |
| Power Connectors | None | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Aug 2016 | Feb 2021 |