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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅10.8% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Costs $571 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅Delivers 55.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 33.3 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (16,995 vs 29,964).
❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
❌54.5% higher power demand at 170W vs 110W.

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

2019

Why buy it

✅+76.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅Draws 110W instead of 170W, a 60W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3060 across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
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173.6% HIGHER MSRP
$900 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 33.3 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($900 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

2019

Why buy it

✅10.8% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Costs $571 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅Delivers 55.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 33.3 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $900 MSRP).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).

Why buy it

✅+76.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
✅Draws 110W instead of 170W, a 60W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (16,995 vs 29,964).
❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation (2023).
❌54.5% higher power demand at 170W vs 110W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3060 across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
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173.6% HIGHER MSRP
$900 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 33.3 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($900 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) better than GeForce RTX 3060?

Yes. Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 76.3% higher PassMark G3D performance and 320 vs 112 Tensor cores. It also comes from 2019 instead of 2021, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2021 generation instead of 2019, more VRAM at 12 GB instead of 8 GB, the stronger feature stack with DLSS Super Resolution instead of DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation, and a 8nm process instead of 12nm. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is about 173.6% more expensive on MSRP at $900 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and you are getting lower estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 76.3% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3060 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 3060 make more sense than Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, future-proofing, and staying closer to $329 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel). The trade-off is that Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) currently gives you 76.3% higher G3D Mark and lower estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 3060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

GeForce RTX 3060 Benchmark Check

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	149 FPS	132 FPS
medium	131 FPS	113 FPS
high	118 FPS	97 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	67 FPS
1440p
low	126 FPS	106 FPS
medium	104 FPS	88 FPS
high	92 FPS	70 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	48 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	47 FPS
medium	58 FPS	41 FPS
high	39 FPS	30 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	25 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	354 FPS	256 FPS
medium	310 FPS	215 FPS
high	249 FPS	184 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	159 FPS
1440p
low	222 FPS	195 FPS
medium	196 FPS	161 FPS
high	160 FPS	139 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	116 FPS
4K
low	110 FPS	113 FPS
medium	94 FPS	96 FPS
high	77 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	62 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	765 FPS	745 FPS
medium	612 FPS	615 FPS
high	510 FPS	547 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	477 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	590 FPS
medium	432 FPS	484 FPS
high	366 FPS	420 FPS
ultra	287 FPS	364 FPS
4K
low	367 FPS	388 FPS
medium	298 FPS	312 FPS
high	221 FPS	255 FPS
ultra	176 FPS	202 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
1080p
low	523 FPS	259 FPS
medium	452 FPS	225 FPS
high	383 FPS	183 FPS
ultra	319 FPS	155 FPS
1440p
low	428 FPS	198 FPS
medium	371 FPS	176 FPS
high	298 FPS	140 FPS
ultra	245 FPS	115 FPS
4K
low	279 FPS	114 FPS
medium	259 FPS	96 FPS
high	225 FPS	76 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	58 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 and Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

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.

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1110 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,964 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)'s 29,964 — the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) leads by 76.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,560 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 7.987 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 40 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) with 112 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	16,995	29,964+76%
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	3584+40%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.74 TFLOPS+60%	7.987 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1777 MHz+14%	1560 MHz
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	112	160+43%
L1 Cache	3.5 MB+40%	2.5 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
Ray Tracing Cores	28	40+43%
Tensor Cores	112	320+186%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is support for DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) supports the newer DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 3060 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction	No	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4 MB (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) — the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+50%	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	192-bit	256-bit+33%
L2 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.1 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	6th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	4th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)'s 110W — a 42.9% difference. The Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
TDP	170W	110W-35%
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75	75°C
Perf/Watt	100.0	272.4+172%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP, while the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) launched at $900. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 63.4% less ($571 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 33.3 (Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 55.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).