A10G vs GeForce RTX 3060
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
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Performance Per Dollar A10G
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 25% higher G3D Mark score. However, the A10G offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-25%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+25%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $2,000 for the A10G, it costs 86% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 764.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+764.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,000) | ✅More affordable ($289) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of A10G and GeForce RTX 3060
A10G
The A10G is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 9216 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 72 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,598 points.
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the A10G scores 13,598 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 25%. The A10G is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 9,216 (A10G) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 31.52 TFLOPS (A10G) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 72 RT cores (A10G) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 288 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 13,598 | 16,995+25% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 9216+157% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 31.52 TFLOPS+147% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz | 1777 MHz+4% |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 288+157% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 9 MB+157% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+100% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 72+157% | 28 |
| Tensor Cores | 288+157% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The A10G comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The A10G offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (A10G) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the A10G has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+100% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+100% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (A10G) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (A10G) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (A10G) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The A10G draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 12.5% difference. The A10G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (A10G) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: Unknown vs 75.
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-12% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 112mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | Unknown-100% | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 90.7 | 100.0+10% |
Value Analysis
The A10G launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $2000, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 85.5% less ($1711 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.8 (A10G) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 764.7% better value.
| Feature | A10G | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $329-87% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2000 | $289-86% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 58.8+765% |
| Codename | GA102 | GA106 |
| Release | April 12 2021 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #182 | #114 |
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