Performance comparison: which is faster?
GeForce RTX 3070 (NVIDIA, 2020) and NVIDIA RTX A4000 (NVIDIA, 2020) are compared here. Compare scores and VRAM, generative AI usability, and CPUs that pair well with each GPU.
Overall performance: RTX 3070 is about 5.1% faster
For generative AI, the higher-VRAM RTX A4000（16GB） has the advantage. For gaming, prioritize performance score and CPU compatibility; for AI, prioritize VRAM.
Relative performance score (higher is faster). Actual fps varies by resolution, game, and CPU configuration.
| Item | RTX 3070 | RTX A4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 20,500 | 19,500 |
| VRAM | 8GB | 16GB |
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| Series | RTX 30 | Workstation |
| Release Year | 2020 | 2020 |
| Compatible CPU Example | Core i3-12100 | Ryzen 9 3900X |
These generative AI models can run on only one GPU because of the VRAM difference (Stable Diffusion, Flux, LLMs, and others).
— None (all models that run on RTX A4000 also run here)
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize high fps and smooth performance in demanding games | RTX 3070 |
| Run larger generative AI and LLM models | RTX A4000 |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | RTX A4000 (the lower model is often sufficient) |
RTX 3070 is about 5.1% higher by score (RTX 3070: 20500 points / RTX A4000: 19500 points). Actual fps also varies by resolution, game, and CPU, so price is a reasonable deciding factor when the gap is only a few percent.
RTX 3070 has 8GB of VRAM, while RTX A4000 has 16GB; RTX A4000 has more. If image generation or a local LLM is even a possibility, the higher-VRAM option provides more room.
Using our guideline, Core i3-12100 pairs well with RTX 3070 and Ryzen 9 3900X with RTX A4000 (CPU:GPU ≈ 0.9:1). If the CPU is too weak, replacing the GPU may not raise fps, so check the combination before buying.
