GeForce 940A vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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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 GeForce 940A is positioned at rank #320 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 GeForce 940A
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Why is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than GeForce 940A?
The comparison between the GeForce 940A and the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti serves as a clear demonstration of the gap between basic multimedia graphics and modern high-performance gaming. The GeForce 940A was an entry-level GPU for integrated All-in-One desktops in 2015. The RTX 3060 Ti is a modern mid-to-high-end powerhouse from the Ampere generation.\n\nIn raw performance, the RTX 3060 Ti is more than 20 times faster, offering hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing, AI-powered DLSS, and much larger, faster memory. The GeForce 940A lacks the compute power and modern feature set needed for today's gaming and creative tasks, struggling to maintain playable frame rates even in older titles. The RTX card is a high-performance 1440p beast, whereas the 940A is now a legacy component found in older home office PCs.\n\nUltimately, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the vastly superior choice for any modern gaming or work environment. Transitioning from a legacy integrated desktop setup using the 940A to a modern dedicated card like the 3060 Ti will result in a night-and-day difference in speed, visual quality, and overall system responsiveness.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 940A lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1734.9% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 940A.
| Insight | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1734.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1734.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $80), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 424.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce 940A.
| Insight | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+424.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($80) | ⚠️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 GeForce 940A and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
GeForce 940A
The GeForce 940A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,107 points.
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 GeForce 940A scores 1,107 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 1734.9%. The GeForce 940A is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 940A) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 940A) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,107 | 20,312+1735% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 4864+1167% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8632 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+1777% |
| Boost Clock | 1124 MHz | 1665 MHz+48% |
| ROPs | 8 | 80+900% |
| TMUs | 16 | 152+850% |
| L1 Cache | 0.19 MB | 4.8 MB+2426% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 940A | 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 GeForce 940A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 940A) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB+300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce 940A) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0 | 12 Ultimate (12_2)+9% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 4+300% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2 (GeForce 940A) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce 940A) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2 | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 940A draws 33W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 143.3% difference. The GeForce 940A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 940A) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 242mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-84% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 242mm |
| Height | 0mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 33.5 | 101.6+203% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 940A launched at $80 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The GeForce 940A costs 71.4% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.8 (GeForce 940A) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 425.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce 940A | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80-80% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-71% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.8 | 72.5+425% |
| Codename | GM108 | GA104 |
| Release | March 13 2015 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #853 | #73 |
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