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Products in this category are scored under Frontum Graphics cards Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
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MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£590VRAM:8 GBMemory bus width:256 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):270 W

MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 6 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

6.7

Technical score

25%

8.5

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

6.7

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 52% of graphics cards
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

▼Worse than 62%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

44%

6.0

Performance

24%

5.6

Memory

12%

8.4

Power

11%

9.2

Features

5%

5.5

Design

4%

9.2

Connectivity

▼Worse than 58%
8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.5

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (6)
6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 92%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet

What reviewers say about the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim

Based on 0 · 6

Reviewers praise its design, quiet and cool running and strong performance, but find little room for overclocking.
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What owners say about the MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim

Based on 206 owners sharing their experience in online comments

59%positive11%mixed30%negative

Owners praise its fast gaming performance, while limited video memory and weaker high-resolution performance cause the biggest frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the 8GB of VRAM runs out in some games and mods, causing stutter or lower settings, and worry it limits future headroom at 1440p and higher.7
  • Some owners report frame rates lower than expected in certain games, like Warzone and Apex at low settings, and a few say it barely beat their older cards.5
  • Owners say 4K at maximum settings gives only about 30 to 80 fps in demanding games, so they lower settings or accept 30 fps in some titles.4
  • Some owners report temperatures near 80 to 93 °C under heavy load, usually when fan curves are poor, and fixing fan speeds in software brings them down.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of graphics card MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

44%

6.0

Performance

24%

5.6

Memory

12%

8.4

Power

11%

9.2

Features

5%

5.5

Design

4%

9.2

Connectivity

6.7
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
▼
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Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

7.4

Price

7.3
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
13,650 points
This graphics card scores 13,650 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 53% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
8,412 points
This graphics card scores 8,412 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 55.6% of graphics cards and equal to 0.4% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
22,157 points
This graphics card scores 22,157 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 54.3% of graphics cards and equal to 0.4% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
9,456 points
This graphics card scores 9,456 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 62.2% of graphics cards and equal to 0.3% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
20.31 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 20.31 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is lower than that of 56.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.7% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
VRAM
8 GB
This graphics card has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 56.8% of graphics cards and equal to 25.7% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6
This graphics card uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.3% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
256 bit
This graphics card uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 50.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 35.5% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
448 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 448 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 41.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.8% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
14,000 MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 14,000 MHz, which is slower than that of 69.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.1% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
4
This graphics card supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 50.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 24.1% of graphics cards and equal to 75.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12
This graphics card supports DirectX 12, which is older than on 81.8% of graphics cards and equal to 17% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
3
This graphics card offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.3% of graphics cards and equal to 46.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
8.1 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 65.3% of graphics cards and equal to 22.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
270 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 270 W, which is higher than that of 67.1% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
280 W
This graphics card draws 280 W under peak load, which is higher than 64.9% of graphics cards and equal to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
750 W
This graphics card recommends a 750 W PSU, which is higher than that of 65.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 16.8% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
280 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 280 W, which is higher than that of 63.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.4% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
280 W
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What reviewers say
Size
335x 140x 61 mm
Length
335 mm
This graphics card is 335 mm long, which is longer than 87.5% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Height
140 mm
This graphics card is 140 mm tall, which is taller than 79.5% of graphics cards and equal in height to 5.4% of graphics cards.
Slot width
3 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 3 slot/s, which is wider than 70.7% of graphics cards and equal in width to 16.8% of graphics cards.
Weight
1,736 g
This graphics card weighs 1,736 g, which is heavier than 82.6% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of Graphics cards.
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What reviewers say

MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim vs the average graphics card

246810TotalPerformanceMemoryFeaturesConnectivityPowerDesign
  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (256 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    256 bit vs 192 bit
  • 32 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (96 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    96 vs 64
  • 18.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.2
  • Supports LHR limiting
    This graphics card supports an LHR limiter, while the average graphics card does not. 7.5% of Graphics cards support one.
  • 40 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (184 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    184 vs 144
  • 6 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (46 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    46 vs 40
  • 18.1% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    6 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.2
  • 32 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (96 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    96 vs 64
  • 40 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (184 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    184 vs 144
  • 6 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (46 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    46 vs 40
  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (256 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    256 bit vs 192 bit
  • Supports LHR limiting
    This graphics card supports an LHR limiter, while the average graphics card does not. 7.5% of Graphics cards support one.
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 23.4% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1920 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,920 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 60% larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    8 nm vs 5 nm
  • 21.9% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,500 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,500 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 52.8 mm longer card length
    This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (335 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    335 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 14.1% lower sentiment score
    6.7 vs 7.8
  • 23.4% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1920 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,920 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 21.9% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,500 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,500 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 3 years older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2020 vs 2023).
    October 2020
    2020 vs 2023
  • 10.1% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (20.3 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    20.31 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 83.3% smaller L2 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (4 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    4 MB vs 24 MB
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 60% larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    8 nm vs 5 nm
  • Older DirectX version
    This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
    12 vs 12 Ultimate
  • 33.3% larger GPU die
    This graphics card has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (392 mm² vs 294 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 294 mm².
    392 mm² vs 294 mm²
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1 vs 2.1a).
    2.1 vs 2.1a
  • 2 fewer monitors per output type
    This graphics card supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card supports 3 monitors per output type.
    1 vs 3
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (5 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    5 vs 6
  • 62.5% lower DisplayPort bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower DisplayPort bandwidth than the average graphics card (8.1 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps). The average graphics card has DisplayPort bandwidth of 21.6 Gbps.
    8.1 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps
  • 25.6% higher TDP
    This graphics card has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (270 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    270 W vs 215 W
  • 15.4% higher PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (750 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    750 W vs 650 W
  • 27.3% higher board power limit
    This graphics card has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (280 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    280 W vs 220 W
  • 3.6 dB noisier under load
    This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (39 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
    39 dB vs 35.4 dB
  • 52.8 mm longer card length
    This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (335 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    335 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 15 mm higher card profile
    This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (140 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    140 mm vs 125 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    This graphics card occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    3 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 71.2% heavier
    This graphics card is heavier than the average graphics card (1,736 g vs 1,014 g). The average graphics card weighs 1,014 g.
    1,736 g vs 1,014 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Lawrence Timme
≈ estimated
30/12/2020
Overclocking test · Time Spy, Fire Strike, Port Royal
Verdict
MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim overclocks well and stays cool, though higher memory clocks eventually cause crashes.
9.0
Gamingtech
≈ estimated
20/07/2021
Benchmark comparison · Time Spy against another card
Verdict
MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim is an excellent, quiet card that the creator prefers over the RTX 3080 for his own needs.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim

  • Superior cooling performance with the Tri Frozr 2S system that often keeps load temperatures below 70°C.
  • Whisper-quiet operation even under heavy gaming loads, with a dedicated Silent BIOS mode for further noise reduction.
  • Premium build quality featuring a brushed aluminum backplate and higher-tier components compared to the Gaming Trio line.
  • Excellent 1440p gaming performance, consistently hitting high frame rates in modern AAA titles.
  • Sleek, high-end aesthetic with vibrant but tasteful RGB lighting accents.
  • Higher power limits out of the box which provide better potential for enthusiast overclocking.
  • Helpful included accessories such as a branded mousepad and a sturdy sag support bracket.

What customers don't like about MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim

  • Massive physical footprint (over 330mm length) that requires a very large case and may block three PCIe slots.
  • Significant 'GPU sag' due to its extreme weight, making the included support bracket almost mandatory.
  • Lower value-for-money at MSRP compared to the Founders Edition or mid-tier custom cards.
  • Limited 8GB VRAM can be a bottleneck for 4K gaming or heavy productivity tasks in newer titles.
  • High power consumption compared to other 3070 variants, often requiring at least a 750W power supply.
  • The 12-pin power adapter (on some units) or center-placed power connectors can make clean cable management difficult.

Verdict

The MSI GeForce RTX 3070 Suprim is a premium flagship graphics card featuring the NVIDIA Ampere architecture with 5888 CUDA cores, 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, and an aggressive boost clock reaching up to 1920 MHz. It is defined by its robust TRI FROZR 2S cooling system with TORX Fan 4.0 technology, a massive 335mm triple-slot design, and a dual BIOS for switching between performance and silent modes. Key pros include exceptional thermal management, a high factory overclock for superior frame rates at 1440p, and a high-end brushed metal aesthetic with customizable RGB. However, its massive physical footprint and 280W power consumption necessitate a spacious case and at least a 750W power supply, while its 8GB VRAM may be a limiting factor for long-term ultra-settings gaming at higher resolutions.

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