GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 3070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is marginally faster than the GeForce RTX 3070, leading by roughly 4% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the cheaper option by $1,109 USD.
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GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 3070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is marginally faster, around 4% 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 $260 USD against $1,369 USD for the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 3070 is trading below its $499 USD MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop draws just 125W 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 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 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 5070 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop is the faster card. 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 3070?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3070 or the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop worth the extra $1,109 USD over the GeForce RTX 3070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4NP |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 5,888✓ | 5,120 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46✓ | 40 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 184✓ | 160 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,500 MHz✓ | 1,380 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,725 MHz | 2,220 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3070 | 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 3070 | GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
| TDP | 220 W | 125 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 12-pin | None |
| Released | Sep 2020 | Jan 2025 |