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CMP 40HX
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The CMP 40HX is positioned at rank #119 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar CMP 40HX
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 132.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the CMP 40HX.
| Insight | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-132.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+132.2%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The CMP 40HX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $280 for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, it costs 57% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 0.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+0.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280) |
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 CMP 40HX and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
CMP 40HX
The CMP 40HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,749 points. Launch price was $699.
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the CMP 40HX scores 8,749 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 132.2%. The CMP 40HX is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (CMP 40HX) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 7.603 TFLOPS (CMP 40HX) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 36 RT cores (CMP 40HX) vs 38 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) with 288 Tensor cores vs 152.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8,749 | 20,312+132% |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304 | 4864+111% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.603 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+113% |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 64 | 80+25% |
| TMUs | 144 | 152+6% |
| L1 Cache | 2.3 MB | 4.8 MB+109% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 36 | 38+6% |
| Tensor Cores | 288+89% | 152 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 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 CMP 40HX comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (CMP 40HX) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (CMP 40HX) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Ampere).
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | No | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The CMP 40HX draws 185W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 7.8% difference. The CMP 40HX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (CMP 40HX) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 185W-8% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-17% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 47.3 | 101.6+115% |
Value Analysis
The CMP 40HX launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The CMP 40HX costs 57.1% less ($160 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.9 (CMP 40HX) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the CMP 40HX offers 0.6% better value. The CMP 40HX is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $399-43% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-57% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.9 | 72.5 |
| Codename | TU106 | GA104 |
| Release | February 25 2021 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #302 | #73 |
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