DescriptionIn the gpu comparison between the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G and the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G, we compare both the technical data and the benchmark results of the two graphics cards.
The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Ampere) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. The 5888 shader units clock with a maximum of 1.85 GHz which results in an FP32 processing power of 21.73 TFLOPS. The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Ampere) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. The 5888 shader units have a maximum clock rate of 1.83 GHz and achieve an FP32 computing power of 21.55 TFLOPS. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 and has 5888 texture shaders and 46 execution units. MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G is based on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, which has 5888 shaders and 46 execution units. |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G | GPU | MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 |
GA104-300-A1 | GPU Chip | GA104-300-A1 |
Ampere | Architecture | Ampere |
46 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 46 |
5888 | Shader | 5888 |
96 | Render Output Units | 96 |
184 | Texture Units | 184 |
46 | Raytracing Cores | 46 |
MemoryThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G has 8 GB of graphics memory of the type GDDR6 and achieves a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s. The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G can access 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory and thus achieves a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s. |
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8 GB | Memory Size | 8 GB |
GDDR6 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
1.750 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.750 GHz |
14 Gbps | Memory Speed | 14 Gbps |
448 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s |
256 bit | Memory Interface | 256 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G clocks in the base with up to 1.500 GHz. The base frequency of the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G is 1.500 GHz. The clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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1.500 GHz | Base Clock | 1.500 GHz |
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Boost Clock | 1.830 GHz![]() |
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Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G is 240 W ![]() The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G has a TDP of 240 W ![]() |
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240 W![]() |
TDP | 240 W![]() |
250 W![]() |
TDP (up) | 250 W![]() |
93 °C | Tjunction max | 93 °C |
2 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 2 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G has a total of 3 Axial fans. The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G has 3 Axial fans to cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
3 x 90 mm | Fan 1 | 3 x 90 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
35-37 dB | Noise (Load) | 35-37 dB |
ConnectivityIn the connectivity category, we recorded the number of ports on a graphics card. A total of 4 screens can be connected to the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G. The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G supports a maximum of 4 screens. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.3 |
1x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.1 |
3x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | 3x DP v1.4a |
-- | DVI Ports | -- |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G supports a maximum resolution of 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum resolution of the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G is 7680x4320 pixels. Ray tracing ensures a realistic simulation and calculation of light rays and shadows. |
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7680x4320 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
12_2 (Ultimate) | DirectX | 12_2 (Ultimate) |
Yes | Raytracing | Yes |
Yes | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
MSI Mystic Light | LED | MSI Mystic Light |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs directly in the graphics card reduces the load when playing or creating videos. This can have a positive impact on the lower energy consumption and less waste heat from the graphics card. |
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Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
Decode | AV1 | Decode |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G is 323 mm long and 140 mm high. With a width of 56 mm, the graphics card requires 3 PCIe-Slots. The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G is 323 mm long and 140 mm high. With a width of 56 mm, the graphics card requires 3 PCIe-Slots. |
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323 mm | Length | 323 mm |
140 mm | Height | 140 mm |
56 mm | Width | 56 mm |
3 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 3 PCIe-Slots |
1458 g | Weight | 1441 g |
PCIe 4.0 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G was released in Q2/2021 at a price of 499 $ (Reference). The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G was introduced in Q4/2020 at a price of 699 $. |
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Q2/2021 | Release date | Q4/2020 |
499 $ (Reference) | Launch Price | 699 $ |
8 nm | Structure size | 8 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G
8 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G
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MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Z Trio 8G
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MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming X Trio 8G
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