GeForce FX 5500 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
GeForce FX 5500
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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 FX 5500 is positioned at rank #736 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 FX 5500
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 253800% higher G3D Mark score and 3100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5500.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-253800%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+253800%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🔮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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 27103.6% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5500.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+27103.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️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 FX 5500 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
GeForce FX 5500
The GeForce FX 5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 17 2021. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock ranges from 1065 MHz to 1320 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8 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 FX 5500 scores 8 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 253800%. The GeForce FX 5500 is built on Rankine while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce FX 5500) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 2.703 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5500) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1320 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8 | 20,312+253800% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 4864+375% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.703 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+499% |
| Boost Clock | 1320 MHz | 1665 MHz+26% |
| ROPs | 16 | 80+400% |
| TMUs | 32 | 152+375% |
| L1 Cache | 2 MB | 4.8 MB+140% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | 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 FX 5500 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce FX 5500) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 8 GB+3100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5500) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 12 Ultimate (12_2)+33% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce FX 5500) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Ampere).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | No | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5500 draws 25W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 155.6% difference. The GeForce FX 5500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5500) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 171mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-88% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 171mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-7% | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.3 | 101.6+33767% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5500 launched at $37 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The GeForce FX 5500 costs 89.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce FX 5500) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 24066.7% better value. The GeForce FX 5500 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5500 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37-91% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-89% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.3 | 72.5+24067% |
| Codename | TU117S | GA104 |
| Release | December 17 2021 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #468 | #73 |
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