Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX 1070 | RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 220W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 5,888 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | Not published | 40.6 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | Not published | 162.6 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 184 |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 20.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 81.3 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 325.2 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The FP32 performance of the RTX 3070 reaches 20.3 TFLOPS compared with 6.5 TFLOPS on the GTX 1070. This difference affects training and inference tasks that rely on single precision calculations. The RTX 3070 also lists dense FP16 at 40.6 TFLOPS and dense INT8 at 162.6 TOPS while the GTX 1070 provides no published figures for those precisions. Memory bandwidth on the RTX 3070 measures 448 GB/s against 256 GB/s on the GTX 1070. Higher bandwidth permits larger batch sizes during model execution without memory bottlenecks. Sparse FP16 on the RTX 3070 reaches 81.3 TFLOPS and sparse INT8 reaches 325.2 TOPS allowing further acceleration in workloads that support sparsity.
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GTX 1070
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When to Choose the GTX 1070
The GTX 1070 suits environments where power consumption must stay at 150W. Its 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 performance handles basic inference or older scientific computing workloads that do not require higher precision formats. The lower TDP reduces cooling demands in constrained systems. The 256 GB/s bandwidth remains adequate for tasks with modest data movement needs.
When to Choose the RTX 3070
Its 448 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in training or inference compared with the GTX 1070. The 220W TDP is acceptable when performance gains justify the increase. Sparse modes at 81.3 TFLOPS FP16 further accelerate compatible models.
Use Cases
The RTX 3070 supplies 20.3 TFLOPS FP32 and dense FP16 at 40.6 TFLOPS for faster iteration than the GTX 1070 6.5 TFLOPS FP32.
Dense INT8 at 162.6 TOPS on the RTX 3070 enables higher throughput than the GTX 1070 which lists no published INT8 figure.
The 448 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 3070 allows larger batch sizes during fine-tuning compared with 256 GB/s on the GTX 1070.
Sparse FP16 at 81.3 TFLOPS on the RTX 3070 accelerates image generation workloads beyond the GTX 1070 capabilities.
Both GPUs provide 8 GB memory and the GTX 1070 at 150W TDP may suffice for FP32 tasks at 6.5 TFLOPS when power limits apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance difference between GTX 1070 and RTX 3070?▾
The GTX 1070 delivers 6.5 TFLOPS FP32. The RTX 3070 reaches 20.3 TFLOPS FP32. This yields a ratio of roughly three times higher performance on the RTX 3070.
How does memory bandwidth compare on these GPUs?▾
The GTX 1070 provides 256 GB/s bandwidth with GDDR5 memory. The RTX 3070 provides 448 GB/s bandwidth with GDDR6 memory. The higher figure supports increased data throughput during model execution.
What TDP values apply to the GTX 1070 and RTX 3070?▾
The GTX 1070 lists a TDP of 150W. The RTX 3070 lists a TDP of 220W. Power and cooling requirements therefore increase with the newer card.
Does the RTX 3070 support sparse tensor operations?▾
The RTX 3070 lists sparse FP16 at 81.3 TFLOPS and sparse INT8 at 325.2 TOPS. The GTX 1070 provides no published sparse figures.
Which GPU offers higher dense FP16 performance?▾
The RTX 3070 lists dense FP16 at 40.6 TFLOPS. The GTX 1070 provides no published FP16 figure. Workloads requiring dense FP16 therefore favor the RTX 3070.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1070 or the RTX 3070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1070 and RTX 3070 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.
How much VRAM does the GTX 1070 have compared to the RTX 3070?▾
The GTX 1070 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The RTX 3070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find GTX 1070 and RTX 3070 GPUs available to rent right now?▾
Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.
What is the main difference between the GTX 1070 and the RTX 3070?▾
The GTX 1070 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 3070 uses Ampere (2020). The GTX 1070 has 8 GB of GDDR5 at 256 GB/s; the RTX 3070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 at 448 GB/s, so the RTX 3070 has 1.8x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1070.
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