
GeForce PCX 5300 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce PCX 5300
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 PCX 5300 is positioned at rank #376 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 PCX 5300
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 219400% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (6 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce PCX 5300.
| Insight | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-219400%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+219400%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 PCX 5300 and GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce PCX 5300
The GeForce PCX 5300 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6 points. Launch price was $1,999.

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 12 2022. 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: 13,170 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce PCX 5300 scores 6 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 13,170 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU leads by 219400%. The GeForce PCX 5300 is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU) with 680 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6 | 13,170+219400% |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760+507% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS+723% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz+35% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+267% | 48 |
| TMUs | 680+507% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 21.3 MB+509% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+3100% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170+507% | 28 |
| Tensor Cores | 680+507% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PCX 5300 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU) — the GeForce PCX 5300 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 6 GB+4700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 336 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+3100% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Vulkan: None vs 1.4. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 12 Ultimate+33% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce PCX 5300) vs NVENC (7th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Decoder: None vs NVDEC (5th Gen).
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC (7th Gen) |
| Decoder | None | NVDEC (5th Gen) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode),VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce PCX 5300 draws 575W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 170W — a 108.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce PCX 5300) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: Legacy vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 170W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Mobile |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 100mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 70-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 77.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce PCX 5300 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce PCX 5300 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | — |
| Codename | GB202 | GA106 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | October 12 2022 |
| Ranking | #3 | #147 |
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