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.

A10G

2021

Why buy it

✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).
✅Draws 150W instead of 220W, a 70W reduction.
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (13,598 vs 22,172).
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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401% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$499 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.4 vs 44.4 G3D/$ ($2,500 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

Why buy it

✅+63.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,001 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 716.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 5.4 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌46.7% higher power demand at 220W vs 150W.

A10G

2021

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

Why buy it

✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).
✅Draws 150W instead of 220W, a 70W reduction.
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅+63.1% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,001 less on MSRP ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 716.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 5.4 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (13,598 vs 22,172).
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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401% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$499 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.4 vs 44.4 G3D/$ ($2,500 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌46.7% higher power demand at 220W vs 150W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3070 better than A10G?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 63.1% higher PassMark G3D performance and DLSS 2 Super Resolution. It also comes from 2020 instead of 2021, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

A10G is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2021 generation instead of 2020, more VRAM at 24 GB instead of 8 GB, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of DLSS Super Resolution. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

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 about $2,001 cheaper on MSRP at $499 MSRP versus $2,500 MSRP, and you are getting 63.1% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 716.9%. A10G is the newer 2021 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture, lower power draw (150W vs 220W), and future-proofing than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does A10G make more sense than GeForce RTX 3070?

Yes. A10G is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (150W vs 220W), future-proofing, and staying closer to $2,500 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 3070. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 3070 currently gives you 63.1% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 716.9%.

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.

A10G Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3070 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
1080p
low	262 FPS	158 FPS
medium	251 FPS	140 FPS
high	214 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	175 FPS	104 FPS
1440p
low	238 FPS	134 FPS
medium	202 FPS	109 FPS
high	161 FPS	96 FPS
ultra	132 FPS	86 FPS
4K
low	134 FPS	80 FPS
medium	110 FPS	67 FPS
high	83 FPS	52 FPS
ultra	76 FPS	45 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
1080p
low	493 FPS	470 FPS
medium	414 FPS	405 FPS
high	328 FPS	327 FPS
ultra	274 FPS	277 FPS
1440p
low	346 FPS	294 FPS
medium	277 FPS	246 FPS
high	225 FPS	213 FPS
ultra	185 FPS	179 FPS
4K
low	182 FPS	141 FPS
medium	151 FPS	120 FPS
high	128 FPS	105 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	83 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
1080p
low	612 FPS	885 FPS
medium	490 FPS	712 FPS
high	408 FPS	619 FPS
ultra	306 FPS	499 FPS
1440p
low	459 FPS	692 FPS
medium	367 FPS	557 FPS
high	306 FPS	473 FPS
ultra	229 FPS	374 FPS
4K
low	306 FPS	479 FPS
medium	245 FPS	388 FPS
high	204 FPS	330 FPS
ultra	153 FPS	249 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
1080p
low	612 FPS	600 FPS
medium	490 FPS	527 FPS
high	408 FPS	433 FPS
ultra	306 FPS	385 FPS
1440p
low	459 FPS	489 FPS
medium	367 FPS	433 FPS
high	306 FPS	339 FPS
ultra	229 FPS	297 FPS
4K
low	306 FPS	292 FPS
medium	245 FPS	270 FPS
high	204 FPS	238 FPS
ultra	153 FPS	200 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A10G and GeForce RTX 3070

A10G

The A10G is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 9216 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 72 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,598 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the A10G scores 13,598 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 63.1%. The A10G is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 9,216 (A10G) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 31.52 TFLOPS (A10G) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1725 MHz. Ray tracing: 72 RT cores (A10G) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 3070) with 288 Tensor cores vs 184.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
G3D Mark Score	13,598	22,172+63%
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	9216+57%	5888
Compute (TFLOPS)	31.52 TFLOPS+55%	20.31 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1710 MHz	1725 MHz
ROPs	96	96
TMUs	288+57%	184
L1 Cache	9 MB+55%	5.8 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+50%	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	72+57%	46
Tensor Cores	288+57%	184

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3070 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The A10G relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The A10G comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The A10G offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (A10G) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the A10G has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
VRAM Capacity	24 GB+200%	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	6 MB+50%	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (A10G) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (A10G) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (A10G) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	NVENC 7th gen
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	NVDEC 5th gen
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The A10G draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 37.8% difference. The A10G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (A10G) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: Unknown vs 75°C.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3070
TDP	150W-32%	220W
Recommended PSU	500W-23%	650W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	267mm	242mm
Height	112mm	112mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	Unknown-100%	75°C
Perf/Watt	90.7	100.8+11%

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Value Analysis

The A10G launched at $2500 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499. The GeForce RTX 3070 costs 80% less ($2001 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 5.4 (A10G) vs 44.4 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 722.2% better value. The A10G is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).