NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile

# NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile — Benchmark Database Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile, released in mid-August 2016, is a Pascal-architecture mobile GPU built on TSMC's 16 nm process. With a 50th-percentile ranking against all GPUs in the database, it sits exactly at the median of the performance distribution. The chip, designated GP104B, packs 7,200 million transistors into a 314 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 22.9 million per square millimeter. This analysis draws exclusively from the provided data pack, focusing on benchmark scores, system integration, and comparative positioning.

Benchmark Performance

The GTX 1070 Mobile's raw compute specifications establish a solid baseline for interpretation. The GPU features 2,048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. Its FP32 throughput reaches 6.738 TFLOPS, while texture fill rate is 210.6 GTexel/s and pixel fill rate is 105.3 GPixel/s. The memory subsystem pairs 8 GB of GDDR5 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 256.3 GB/s of bandwidth at an effective 8 Gbps memory clock. These figures place the card in the upper-middle tier of mobile GPUs from its generation.

None of the benchmark scores are populated in the data pack, and the nearestRivals array is empty. Consequently, no direct percentage deltas against specific competitors can be reported. The only positional data is the percentileVsAllGpus of 50, which indicates the GTX 1070 Mobile outperforms exactly half of all GPUs tracked in the database. This median standing suggests that while the card is not a flagship, it provides capable performance for demanding workloads.

The architecture's efficiency is notable: the Pascal design at 16 nm delivers the aforementioned 6.738 TFLOPS within a 120 W TDP. The FP16 rate of 105.3 GFLOPS (1:64 ratio) reveals that the card is heavily optimized for FP32 compute, with half-precision performance being a minor consideration — this is typical for gaming-oriented GPUs of that era. The 50th percentile ranking means that in a mixed workload environment, the GTX 1070 Mobile would handle most titles at high settings in 1080p, though it may struggle with 4K or ray-traced content, which were not yet mainstream at release.

The lack of benchmark entries precludes a more granular analysis of specific game performance. However, the theoretical peak rates — 210.6 GTexel/s and 105.3 GPixel/s — indicate that texture-heavy scenes and high-resolution rendering would be constrained primarily by memory bandwidth rather than fill rate limits. The 256.3 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming but could become a bottleneck in 4K scenarios with large texture packs.

Who Should Consider It

Based solely on the provided data, the GTX 1070 Mobile is positioned for users who need a balanced mobile GPU with 8 GB of VRAM, which is ample for modern game assets at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. The 50th percentile ranking implies that it delivers median performance across the entire GPU spectrum — meaning it can handle most titles at medium-to-high settings in 1080p, and it offers playable frame rates in 1440p for less demanding games. Users targeting maximum settings in AAA titles at 1440p or above may find the 256.3 GB/s bandwidth a limiting factor, especially with high-resolution textures.

The card's 6.738 TFLOPS FP32 compute makes it suitable for GPU-accelerated productivity tasks such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and light machine learning inference, though the FP16 rate of 105.3 GFLOPS indicates poor half-precision performance, so it is not ideal for workloads that rely heavily on FP16 (common in some AI frameworks). Gamers who prioritize high refresh rate 1080p gameplay will find the GTX 1070 Mobile capable, but those seeking 4K or VR experiences should look at higher-tier GPUs, as the median percentile suggests occasional frame drops in demanding scenes.

The 8 GB memory capacity is a strong point for texture-heavy mods and future-proofing within its performance class. Users who play eSports titles (e.g., competitive shooters) at low-to-medium settings to maximize frame rates will benefit from the 128 TMUs and 64 ROPs, which handle geometric complexity and post-processing effects efficiently. Conversely, users planning to use the GPU for ray-traced gaming will be disappointed, as the architecture lacks dedicated RT cores — the data pack lists no RT or tensor cores, confirming no hardware acceleration for these features.

Power and Cooling

The GTX 1070 Mobile carries a TDP of 120 W, which is a moderate power draw for a mobile GPU of its era. This figure is critical for laptop thermal design — a 120 W GPU requires a robust cooling solution, typically with multiple heat pipes and dual fans. The data pack lists no suggested PSU, which is common for mobile components since power delivery is handled by the laptop's internal power supply and battery. However, for desktop systems using an MXM module (as indicated by the slot width), the 120 W TDP suggests that a 300 W PSU would be the bare minimum, though the pack does not specify this.

The power connector requirement is listed as "None," which is unusual — most GPUs require at least one 6-pin or 8-pin PCIe power connector. This likely means the GTX 1070 Mobile draws all its power from the MXM slot's built-in power delivery, which is rated for up to 150 W in some implementations. This simplifies installation but also means the laptop or MXM carrier board must provide stable 120 W power over the slot interface. Users upgrading an existing MXM-based laptop must verify that the motherboard's VRM and power delivery are rated for 120 W continuous draw.

Cooling considerations are paramount given the 120 W TDP. The card's 16 nm process and Pascal architecture are relatively efficient, but sustained gaming loads will generate significant heat. The data pack does not specify cooler dimensions or noise levels, so qualitative guidance is necessary: a capable air cooler with at least two heat pipes is recommended for laptops, while desktop MXM adapters should have adequate case airflow. The 105.3 GPixel/s pixel rate and 210.6 GTexel/s texture rate indicate that the GPU will be fully utilized in modern games, pushing thermal loads to the TDP limit. Users should monitor temperatures and ensure proper ventilation to avoid thermal throttling, which is not documented but is a common behavior in mobile GPUs under sustained load.

FAQ

Q: What is the memory configuration of the GTX 1070 Mobile?

A: The card features 8 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, with a memory clock of 2002 MHz (8 Gbps effective) and a bandwidth of 256.3 GB/s.

Q: Does the GTX 1070 Mobile support hardware ray tracing?

A: No. The data pack lists no RT cores or tensor cores, indicating the Pascal architecture lacks dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI-accelerated features.

Q: What is the power consumption of this GPU?

A: The TDP is specified as 120 W. The card uses no external power connectors, drawing power solely through the MXM slot.

Q: What APIs are supported?

A: The GTX 1070 Mobile supports DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the transistor count and die size?

A: The GP104B chip contains 7,200 million transistors on a 314 mm² die, manufactured on TSMC's 16 nm process.

Q: Is the GTX 1070 Mobile still in production?

A: No, the production status is listed as "End-of-life." It was released on 2016-08-14 and succeeded by the GeForce 20 Mobile series.

Q: What is the FP32 compute performance?

A: The card delivers 6.738 TFLOPS of FP32 compute, with a pixel rate of 105.3 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 210.6 GTexel/s.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals array is empty in the provided data pack, meaning no direct competitor comparisons are available from the database. The only comparative metric is the 50th percentile ranking against all GPUs, which positions the GTX 1070 Mobile at the exact median of tracked performance. This implies that half of all GPUs in the database are faster, and half are slower — a balanced position that makes it a middle-ground choice. Without specific rival scores, no deltaPct values can be cited. The card's predecessor, the GeForce 900M series, and its successor, the GeForce 20 Mobile series, bracket it in time, but their performance data is not included here. Given the 50th percentile, users moving from a 900M-series GPU would see a generational improvement, while those considering a 20 Mobile GPU would expect the successor to offer higher performance, likely with additional features like RT cores — though the pack does not provide specific numbers to quantify this. In the absence of rival data, the GTX 1070 Mobile stands alone as a median performer, suitable for mainstream gaming and compute tasks without excelling in any particular benchmark category.