NVIDIA
RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
1230 MHz · PassMark #99
44
/ 100
From $599
VS
NVIDIA
RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
907 MHz · PassMark #105
44
/ 100
From $549
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, RTX 4070 Laptop GPU lands at 44 and RTX 5070 Laptop GPU at 44. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick RTX 4070 Laptop GPU if…
- ✓1080p workhorse with PassMark G3D score of 19,507
- ✓Ada Lovelace with DLSS 3 frame generation
Pick RTX 5070 Laptop GPU if…
- ✓1080p workhorse with PassMark G3D score of 19,153
- ✓Blackwell architecture with DLSS 4 support
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
RTX 4070 Laptop GPU 44
vs 44 RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Score breakdown
RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
44 gpu 44
passmark 19507
RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
44 gpu 44
passmark 19153
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | RTX 5070 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| GPU clock | ▲ 1230 MHz | 907 MHz |
| Memory clock | ▲ 2000 MHz | 1500 MHz |
| DirectX | 12_2 | 12_2 |
| PassMark rank | #99 of 2,991 | #105 of 2,991 |
| PassMark G3D Mark | 19,507 | 19,153 |
RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
Pros
- +1080p workhorse with PassMark G3D score of 19,507
- +Ada Lovelace with DLSS 3 frame generation
Cons
- −Mobile thermal envelope limits sustained performance vs desktop
- −Many newer cards out-perform it on current titles
RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Pros
- +1080p workhorse with PassMark G3D score of 19,153
- +Blackwell architecture with DLSS 4 support
Cons
- −Mobile thermal envelope limits sustained performance vs desktop
- −Many newer cards out-perform it on current titles
FAQ: RTX 4070 Laptop GPU vs RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
Which is better, RTX 4070 Laptop GPU or RTX 5070 Laptop GPU? +
Both score 44 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is RTX 4070 Laptop GPU worth the price? +
At $599, RTX 4070 Laptop GPU delivers a Specdex score of 44 — strongest in passmark.
Is RTX 5070 Laptop GPU worth the price? +
At $549, RTX 5070 Laptop GPU delivers a Specdex score of 44 — strongest in passmark.
Does RTX 4070 Laptop GPU or RTX 5070 Laptop GPU last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.