GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out marginally faster — about 4% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3070
Price
€544
Performance
27%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+56% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 288 GB/s)
+35% CUDA Cores (5,888 vs 4,352)
Price
€609
Performance
26%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+47% Boost Clock (2,535 MHz vs 1,725 MHz)

GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB

The GeForce RTX 3070 is marginally faster, around 4% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 3070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 4,352 on the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 3070 currently lists from $544 EUR, $65 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB at $609 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 3070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 16%. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB still sits about $210 EUR above its $399 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 160W against 220W, the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Ada Lovelace architecture on a TSMC N4 process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 3070's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 288 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3070 (Ada Lovelace 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 4060 Ti 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 3070 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 4060 Ti 8GB if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3070 better than the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 3070 is marginally faster, roughly 4% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB?

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 4060 Ti 8GB worth the extra $65 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3070?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
ArchitectureAmpereAda Lovelace
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC N4
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)5,8884,352
Ray Tracing Cores4634
Tensor / AI Cores184136

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
Base Clock1,500 MHz2,310 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHz2,535 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps18 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s288 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x8
TDP220 W160 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedSep 2020May 2023