G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

Why buy it

✅+79.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation (2023).
❌46.7% higher power demand at 220W vs 150W.

Radeon RX 5600 OEM

2020

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation (2023).
✅Draws 150W instead of 220W, a 70W reduction.
✅Measures 241mm instead of 242mm, a 1mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (12,333 vs 22,172).
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR Upscaling / FSR 4 (2025) instead.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 44.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

Radeon RX 5600 OEM

2020

Why buy it

✅+79.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation (2023).
✅Draws 150W instead of 220W, a 70W reduction.
✅Measures 241mm instead of 242mm, a 1mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation (2023).
❌46.7% higher power demand at 220W vs 150W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (12,333 vs 22,172).
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR Upscaling / FSR 4 (2025) instead.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 44.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3070 better than Radeon RX 5600 OEM?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 79.8% higher PassMark G3D performance and DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3070 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 79.8% more raw performance headroom and the stronger feature stack with DLSS Super Resolution instead of FSR upscaling + limited Frame Generation. That broader feature stack should age better as more games lean on modern upscaling and frame-generation support.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 3070 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 3070 is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $499 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 79.8% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.

Is Radeon RX 5600 OEM still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. Radeon RX 5600 OEM is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around an unclear MSRP, even if GeForce RTX 3070 is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce RTX 3070 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 5600 OEM Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
1080p
low	158 FPS	153 FPS
medium	140 FPS	133 FPS
high	123 FPS	109 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	67 FPS
1440p
low	134 FPS	126 FPS
medium	109 FPS	107 FPS
high	96 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	50 FPS
4K
low	80 FPS	45 FPS
medium	67 FPS	40 FPS
high	52 FPS	26 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	22 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
1080p
low	470 FPS	235 FPS
medium	405 FPS	200 FPS
high	327 FPS	146 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	107 FPS
1440p
low	294 FPS	152 FPS
medium	246 FPS	125 FPS
high	213 FPS	93 FPS
ultra	179 FPS	68 FPS
4K
low	141 FPS	82 FPS
medium	120 FPS	67 FPS
high	105 FPS	53 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	37 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
1080p
low	885 FPS	555 FPS
medium	712 FPS	444 FPS
high	619 FPS	370 FPS
ultra	499 FPS	277 FPS
1440p
low	692 FPS	416 FPS
medium	557 FPS	333 FPS
high	473 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	374 FPS	208 FPS
4K
low	479 FPS	277 FPS
medium	388 FPS	222 FPS
high	330 FPS	185 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	139 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
1080p
low	600 FPS	250 FPS
medium	527 FPS	217 FPS
high	433 FPS	179 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	149 FPS
1440p
low	489 FPS	193 FPS
medium	433 FPS	172 FPS
high	339 FPS	136 FPS
ultra	297 FPS	111 FPS
4K
low	292 FPS	105 FPS
medium	270 FPS	88 FPS
high	238 FPS	71 FPS
ultra	200 FPS	56 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3070 and Radeon RX 5600 OEM

GeForce RTX 3070

The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.

Radeon RX 5600 OEM

The Radeon RX 5600 OEM is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 21 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1130 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,333 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the Radeon RX 5600 OEM's 12,333 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 79.8%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the Radeon RX 5600 OEM uses RDNA 1.0, both on 8 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 5600 OEM). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 6.39 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 5600 OEM). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1560 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
G3D Mark Score	22,172+80%	12,333
Architecture	Ampere	RDNA 1.0
Process Node	8 nm	7 nm
Shading Units	5888+188%	2048
Compute (TFLOPS)	20.31 TFLOPS+218%	6.39 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1725 MHz+11%	1560 MHz
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	184+44%	128
L2 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 5600 OEM is support for FSR Frame Generation. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3070 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 3070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 5600 OEM relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	FSR Upscaling / FSR 4
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 288 GB/s (Radeon RX 5600 OEM) — a 55.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3070. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 3 MB (Radeon RX 5600 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s+56%	288 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12.1 (Radeon RX 5600 OEM). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.1
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs VCN 2.0 (Radeon RX 5600 OEM). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs VCN 2.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 5600 OEM).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
Encoder	NVENC 7th gen	VCN 2.0
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	VCN 2.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the Radeon RX 5600 OEM's 150W — a 37.8% difference. The Radeon RX 5600 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 500W (Radeon RX 5600 OEM). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	Radeon RX 5600 OEM
TDP	220W	150W-32%
Recommended PSU	650W	500W-23%
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	242mm	241mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	100.8+23%	82.2