GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop comes out noticeably faster — about 17% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the cheaper option by $988 GBP.
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GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is noticeably faster, around 17% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop packs 5,120 CUDA cores versus 4,864 on the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti currently lists from $312 GBP, $988 GBP less than the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop at $1,300 GBP. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is trading below its $399 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
At 125W against 200W, the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4NP process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is roughly 5 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (Blackwell vs Ampere), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is the faster card by about 17%. 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 5070 Laptop better than the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop worth the extra $988 GBP over the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4NP |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 4,864 | 5,120✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 38 | 40✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 152 | 160✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,410 MHz✓ | 1,380 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,665 MHz | 2,220 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| 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 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
| TDP | 200 W | 125 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 12-pin | None |
| Released | Dec 2020 | Jan 2025 |