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RTX 3070 vs RX 9070

Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (2020) and the AMD Radeon RX 9070 (2025).

RTX 3070

NVIDIA High-end

41 / perf index
  • Cheaper at launch ($499 vs $549)

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Winner

RX 9070

AMD Enthusiast

68 / perf index
  • ~66% faster on average
  • More VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB)
  • Newer (2025 vs 2020)
  • Better performance per dollar
  • More power-efficient

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Verdict: The RX 9070 is roughly 66% faster than the RTX 3070 on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.

The RX 9070 also carries more video memory (16 GB vs 8 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.

At launch pricing, the RX 9070 offers more performance per dollar, and the RX 9070 is the more power-efficient chip.

Estimated performance

RTX 3070
41
RX 9070
68

Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.

Specs side by side

SpecificationRTX 3070RX 9070
ArchitectureAmpereRDNA 4
Release year20202025
Est. performance
41
68
Shading units
5,888
3,584
Boost clock
1725 MHz
2520 MHz
FP32 compute
20.3 TFLOPS
18.1 TFLOPS
VRAM
8 GB
16 GB
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus
256-bit
256-bit
Board power
220 W
220 W
Launch MSRP
$499
$549

Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).

Frequently asked questions

Is the RX 9070 better than the RTX 3070?

Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RX 9070 is about 66% faster than the RTX 3070 on average.

How much faster is the RX 9070 than the RTX 3070?

Roughly 66% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.

Which graphics card is better value?

Comparing launch prices, the RX 9070 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.

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