GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce GTX 1070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 109% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070. The GeForce GTX 1070 is the cheaper option by $5,761 AED.
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GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1070
The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop is dramatically faster, around 109% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop packs 5,120 CUDA cores versus 1,920 on the GeForce GTX 1070.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1070 currently lists from $1,288 AED, $5,761 AED less than the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop at $7,049 AED. The GeForce GTX 1070 still sits about $909 AED above its $379 AED MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 125W against 150W, the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop is roughly 5 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 3070 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop is the faster card by about 109%. 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 3070 Laptop better than the GeForce GTX 1070?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 or the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop worth the extra $5,761 AED over the GeForce GTX 1070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 5,120✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 40 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 160 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,506 MHz✓ | 1,110 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,683 MHz✓ | 1,560 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150 W | 125 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Jun 2016 | Jan 2021 |