RTX 3070 vs RTX 5060
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (2020) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (2025).
RTX 3070
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ ~5% faster on average
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
RTX 5060
NVIDIA Mid-range
- ✓ Lower power draw (145 W vs 220 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($299 vs $499)
- ✓ Newer (2025 vs 2020)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 3070 is around 5% faster than the RTX 5060 on average — a modest edge you may notice in demanding titles, but not a generational leap.
At launch pricing, the RTX 5060 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 5060 is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | RTX 3070 | RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Release year | 2020 | 2025 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory bus | ||
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| Launch MSRP |
Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 3070 better than the RTX 5060?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 3070 is about 5% faster than the RTX 5060 on average.
How much faster is the RTX 3070 than the RTX 5060?
Roughly 5% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 5060 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.