GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is noticeably faster than the GeForce RTX 3070, leading by roughly 18% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3070, however, delivers more performance per dollar β€” $63 GBP cheaper.

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NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3070
Price
Β£297
Perf Index
28%
Value Score
0.094
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP220W
Price
Β£360
Perf Index
33%
Value Score
0.092
VRAM8GB GDDR7
Thermal TDP180W

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 18% 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 $297 GBP against $360 GBP 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 is trading below its $499 GBP MSRP β€” a genuine deal.

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 β€” 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?

The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is noticeably faster, roughly 18% ahead. The GeForce RTX 3070 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 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 5060 Ti 8GB worth the extra $63 GBP over the GeForce RTX 3070?

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