GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 3070 is marginally faster than the GeForce RTX 5060, leading by roughly 4% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 5060, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $234 EUR cheaper.

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VS
Price
€544
Performance
27%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+53% CUDA Cores (5,888 vs 3,840)
+53% RT Cores (46 vs 30)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5060
Price
€310
Performance
26%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR7
Key Specs Advantage
+45% Boost Clock (2,497 MHz vs 1,725 MHz)

GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 5060: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 5060

The GeForce RTX 3070 is marginally faster, around 4% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 3070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce RTX 5060 starts at $310 EUR against $544 EUR for the GeForce RTX 3070. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 5060 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~69% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 5060 draws just 145W 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 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?

Choose the GeForce RTX 3070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 5060 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3070 better than the GeForce RTX 5060?

The GeForce RTX 3070 is marginally faster, roughly 4% ahead. The GeForce RTX 5060 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the GeForce RTX 5060?

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 3070 worth the extra $234 EUR over the GeForce RTX 5060?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 5060 comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 5060
ArchitectureAmpereBlackwell
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC 4N
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)5,8883,840
Ray Tracing Cores4630
Tensor / AI Cores184120

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 5060
Base Clock1,500 MHz2,280 MHz
Boost Clock1,725 MHz2,497 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 5060
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR7
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps28 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3070GeForce RTX 5060
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x16
TDP220 W145 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedSep 2020May 2025