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 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB.
On performance, the GeForce GTX 1070 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB are effectively a dead heat — under a few percent apart. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
Maximum Capacity Reached. Remove a model to add another. (2/2)
GeForce GTX 1070 vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1070 vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce GTX 1070 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to entry-level 1080p gaming.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce GTX 1070 starts at $43,978 JPY against $45,954 JPY for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1070 wins on performance-per-dollar. The GeForce GTX 1070 still sits about $43,599 JPY above its $379 JPY MSRP. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB still sits about $45,705 JPY above its $249 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB draws just 130W versus 150W for the GeForce GTX 1070, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce GTX 1070's memory is faster — 256 GB/s versus 224 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is roughly 6 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1070 (Ampere vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 or GeForce RTX 3050 8GB?
The GeForce GTX 1070 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1070 better than the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 or the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB worth the extra $1,976 JPY over the GeForce GTX 1070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 20 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 80 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,506 MHz | 1,552 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,683 MHz | 1,777 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s✓ | 224 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 150 W | 130 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Jun 2016 | Jan 2022 |