NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU (Mobile)
• GPU Chip
  TU106 GA104-770-A1
• Execution units
  36 40
• Shader
  2304 5120
• Render Output Units
  64 80
• Texture Units
  144 160

Here is a comparison of memory configurations NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  8 GB 8 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR6 GDDR6
• Memory Speed
  1.75 GHz 1.75 GHz
• Memory Bandwith
  448 GB/s 448 GB/s
• Memory Interface
  256 bit 256 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.410 GHz 1.170 GHz+ 5 %
• Boost Clock
  1.710 GHz+ 6 % 1.590 GHz+ 2 %
• Avg (Game) Clock
  
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  185 W+ 6 % 120 W+ 4 %
• TDP (up)
  -- 135 W+ 4 %
• Tjunction max
  -- --
• PCIe-Power
  1 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Axial Radial
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Air cooling
• Fan 1
  2 x 90 mm --
• Noise (Idle)
  0 dB / Silent --
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Noise (Load)
  -- --

This section compares the connectivity options available on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• HDCP-Version
  2.2 2.3
• HDMI Ports
  1x HDMI v2.0b --
• DP Ports
  2x DP v1.4a 1x DP v1.4b
• DVI Ports
  1 --
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  1 --

This section compares the technical specifications of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  7680x4320 7680x4320
• DirectX
  12_2 12_2
• Raytracing
  Yes Yes
• DLSS / FSR
  Yes Yes
• LED
  No LED lighting No LED lighting

This section compares the support for video codecs on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode Decode
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP9
  Decode Decode
• AV1
  No Decode

This section compares the physical dimensions of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  229 mm --
• Height
  113 mm --
• Width
  -- --
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots --
• Weight
  -- --

This section provides additional information about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Founders Edition and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop (Mobile) - 120 W. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 4.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q3/2018 Q2/2021
• Release price
  -- --
• Structure size
  12 nm 8 nm
• Part-no
  900-1G160-2550-000 --
• Documents
  -- data sheet