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 RTX 3070 and GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB.
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is noticeably faster than the GeForce RTX 3070, leading by roughly 15% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3070, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $12,097 JPY cheaper.
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GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 3070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is noticeably faster, around 15% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3070. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 3070 starts at $59,800 JPY against $71,897 JPY for the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3070 offers the better performance-per-dollar, so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 3070 still sits about $59,301 JPY above its $499 JPY MSRP. The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB still sits about $71,518 JPY above its $379 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB draws just 180W 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 Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB 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 Ti 8GB?
Choose the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 3070 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB better than the GeForce RTX 3070?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB worth the extra $12,097 JPY over the GeForce RTX 3070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 5,888✓ | 4,608 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46✓ | 36 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 184✓ | 144 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,500 MHz | 2,407 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,725 MHz | 2,572 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 220 W | 180 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 12-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Sep 2020 | Apr 2025 |