GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3060
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 26.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce RTX 3060 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+26.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-26.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $600 for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, it costs 52% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 64% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+64%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600) | ✅More affordable ($289) |
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 Ti and GeForce RTX 3060
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1545 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 68 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,513 points. Launch price was $999.
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. 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: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti scores 21,513 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti leads by 26.6%. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 13.45 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1545 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 68 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 544 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 21,513+27% | 16,995 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 4352+21% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 13.45 TFLOPS+6% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1545 MHz | 1777 MHz+15% |
| ROPs | 88+83% | 48 |
| TMUs | 272+143% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 4.3 MB+23% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 5.5 MB+83% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 68+143% | 28 |
| Tensor Cores | 544+386% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti comes with 11 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 9.1% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 616 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 71.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti. Bus width: 352-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 5.5 MB (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 11 GB | 12 GB+9% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 616 GB/s+71% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 352-bit+83% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 5.5 MB+83% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 6th Gen NVENC | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | 4th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 38.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 170W-32% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 116mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 86.1 | 100.0+16% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 51.8% less ($311 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.9 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 63.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $329-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $600 | $289-52% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.9 | 58.8+64% |
| Codename | TU102 | GA106 |
| Release | September 20 2018 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #66 | #114 |
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