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

✅+16% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (184 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌46.7% higher power demand at 220W vs 150W.

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

2021

Why buy it

✅15.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅73.9% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 184).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 150W instead of 220W, a 70W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (19,108 vs 22,172).
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 44.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3070

2020

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

2021

Why buy it

✅+16% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 44.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Why buy it

✅15.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅73.9% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 184).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 150W instead of 220W, a 70W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (184 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌46.7% higher power demand at 220W vs 150W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (19,108 vs 22,172).
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 44.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $499 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU better than GeForce RTX 3070?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 15.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 16% higher PassMark G3D performance, 320 vs 184 Tensor cores, and 16 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2021 instead of 2020, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2021 generation instead of 2020, more VRAM at 16 GB instead of 8 GB, and 73.9% more ray-tracing hardware. 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 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $499 MSRP, and you are getting 15.3% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and a lower G3D Mark (19,108 vs 22,172). GeForce RTX 3070 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3070 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

Is GeForce RTX 3070 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3070 is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $499 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
1080p
low	158 FPS	255 FPS
medium	140 FPS	238 FPS
high	123 FPS	198 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	173 FPS
1440p
low	134 FPS	247 FPS
medium	109 FPS	207 FPS
high	96 FPS	158 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	142 FPS
4K
low	80 FPS	163 FPS
medium	67 FPS	135 FPS
high	52 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	85 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 3070 Open GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
1080p
low	470 FPS	574 FPS
medium	405 FPS	500 FPS
high	327 FPS	416 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	361 FPS
1440p
low	294 FPS	418 FPS
medium	246 FPS	362 FPS
high	213 FPS	301 FPS
ultra	179 FPS	249 FPS
4K
low	141 FPS	218 FPS
medium	120 FPS	189 FPS
high	105 FPS	159 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	133 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 3070 Open GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
1080p
low	885 FPS	860 FPS
medium	712 FPS	688 FPS
high	619 FPS	573 FPS
ultra	499 FPS	430 FPS
1440p
low	692 FPS	645 FPS
medium	557 FPS	516 FPS
high	473 FPS	430 FPS
ultra	374 FPS	322 FPS
4K
low	479 FPS	430 FPS
medium	388 FPS	344 FPS
high	330 FPS	287 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	215 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 3070 Open GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
1080p
low	600 FPS	801 FPS
medium	527 FPS	688 FPS
high	433 FPS	573 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	430 FPS
1440p
low	489 FPS	645 FPS
medium	433 FPS	516 FPS
high	339 FPS	430 FPS
ultra	297 FPS	322 FPS
4K
low	292 FPS	430 FPS
medium	270 FPS	344 FPS
high	238 FPS	287 FPS
ultra	200 FPS	215 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 3070 Open GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Valorant

Valorant

Check FPS for your specific build

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3070 and GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

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.

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,108 points. Launch price was $1,199.

⚡

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3070 scores 22,172 versus the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU's 19,108 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 16%. The GeForce RTX 3070 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 10,240 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 34.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 1725 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 80 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU) with 184 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score	22,172+16%	19,108
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	5888	10240+74%
Compute (TFLOPS)	20.31 TFLOPS	34.1 TFLOPS+68%
Boost Clock	1725 MHz+4%	1665 MHz
ROPs	96	112+17%
TMUs	184	320+74%
L1 Cache	5.8 MB	10 MB+72%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	46	80+74%
Tensor Cores	184	320+74%

✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3070 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 512 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU) — a 14.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	16 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	512 GB/s+14%
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070) vs NVENC 5th gen (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 7th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
Encoder	NVENC 7th gen	NVENC 5th gen
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	NVDEC 7th gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9	H.264,H.265,AV1

🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3070 draws 220W versus the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU's 150W — a 37.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 3070) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3070	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
TDP	220W	150W-32%
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	Mobile
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	100.8	127.4+26%