GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)
VS
GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) vs GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)

2025Core: 975 MHzBoost: 2287 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

2021Core: 900 MHzBoost: 1425 MHz

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)

#39
Radeon RX 7700S
MSRP: $449|Avg: $350
115%
#42
Radeon RX 6600S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
108%
#43
Radeon RX 8060S
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
107%
#47
Radeon RX 6700S
MSRP: $479|Avg: $300
105%
#48
GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#52
Radeon 8060S
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
75%
#53
Radeon RX 6850M XT
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
72%
#54
Radeon RX 6800S
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
66%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

#14
GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
97%
#19
Radeon RX 5600
MSRP: $229|Avg: $150
86%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile.

InsightGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell (2024−2025) / 4nm)
🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) 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 RTX 2080 (Mobile) and GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)

The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 2287 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,014 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile

The GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1425 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,938 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) scores 15,014 and the GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile reaches 14,938 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 8,192 (GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)) vs 3,840 (GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile). Boost clocks: 2287 MHz vs 1425 MHz.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
G3D Mark Score
15,014
14,938
Architecture
Blackwell 2.0
Ampere
Process Node
4 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
8192+113%
3840
Boost Clock
2287 MHz+60%
1425 MHz

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 2.0
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile). Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
VRAM Capacity
8 GB+33%
6 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
448 GB/s+33%
336 GB/s
Bus Width
256-bit+33%
192-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
DirectX
12.2
12.2
Vulkan
1.3+8%
1.2
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4+300%
1
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
Encoder
7th Gen NVENC
7th Gen NVENC
Decoder
5th Gen NVDEC
5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile) draws 80W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile's 80W — a 0% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 (Mobile)GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile
TDP
80W
80W
Recommended PSU
650W
500W-23%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Mobile
Length
0mm
0mm
Height
0mm
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
80°C
Perf/Watt
187.7
186.7