GPU comparison · 1080p benchmark
RTX 3090 24GB recorded 310 FPS against 285 FPS for RTX 4070 12GB. These are continuous 1080p benchmark averages, not predicted FPS in any particular game.
RTX 3090 24GB
310Benchmark FPS at 1080p- Our rating
- 72.3 / 100
- Graphics memory
- 24GB
- Released
- September 2020
- GPUsed cards tested
- 158
RTX 4070 12GB
285Benchmark FPS at 1080p- Our rating
- 70.2 / 100
- Graphics memory
- 12GB
- Released
- April 2023
- GPUsed cards tested
- 56
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What does this comparison mean?
The RTX 3090 retains a benchmark lead over the RTX 4070 here, while offering twice the memory capacity. The newer GeForce is not automatically the faster choice in every workload. For someone moving from a 3090, this result makes the 4070 a change with trade-offs rather than an uncomplicated performance upgrade.
RTX 3090 24GB has 24GB and RTX 4070 12GB has 12GB of graphics memory. Memory capacity, board dimensions, power connectors and the price of a particular used card are separate from this benchmark. Compare the exact item before deciding whether to upgrade.
The two GPUs in context
RTX 3090 24GB
The RTX 3090 launched with the Ampere generation in September 2020, carrying 24GB of GDDR6X.
RTX 4070 12GB
The RTX 4070 launched in April 2023 with Ada Lovelace architecture and 12GB of GDDR6X. It is separate from the RTX 4070 Super.
Release and feature sources: RTX 3090 24GB source · RTX 4070 12GB source.
How the figures are compared
Both FPS figures come from the owner-supplied GPUsed benchmark dataset. GPUsed reports a continuous FurMark run at 1080p for its physical-card checks. The percentage compares the higher model average with the lower one using the original FPS values. Our rating uses a compressed scale, with the fastest GPU at 100; it is separate from the percentage difference. A benchmark result does not predict gaming FPS.
GPUsed reports its physical-card checks typically last 30 to 60 minutes while temperature and stability are checked. The owner supplied the model-level FPS workbook on 2 October 2026; this benchmark dataset was last reconciled 3 October 2026. Historical cards tested are separate from the number of FPS runs behind a model average. Full benchmark method.