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

✅Costs $1,670 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 289.7% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 13.3 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 12 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 280), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌21.4% higher power demand at 170W vs 140W.

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell

2025

Why buy it

✅50.2% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅150% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (280 vs 112).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 12 GB).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 140W instead of 170W, a 30W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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507.6% HIGHER MSRP
$1,999 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 13.3 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($1,999 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $1,670 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Delivers 289.7% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 13.3 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $1,999 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅50.2% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅150% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (280 vs 112).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 12 GB).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 140W instead of 170W, a 30W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 12 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 280), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌21.4% higher power demand at 170W vs 140W.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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507.6% HIGHER MSRP
$1,999 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 13.3 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($1,999 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

Quick Answers

So, is RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell better than GeForce RTX 3060?

Yes. RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 50.2% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data, 55.9% higher PassMark G3D performance, 280 vs 112 Tensor cores, and 24 GB vs 12 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2025 instead of 2021, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2025 generation instead of 2021, 55.9% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 24 GB instead of 12 GB, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of DLSS Super Resolution. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.

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

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is about 507.6% more expensive on MSRP at $1,999 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and you are getting 50.2% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 55.9% 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, RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell 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.

Is GeForce RTX 3060 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $329 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
1080p
low	149 FPS	184 FPS
medium	131 FPS	163 FPS
high	118 FPS	141 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	103 FPS
1440p
low	126 FPS	159 FPS
medium	104 FPS	135 FPS
high	92 FPS	103 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	74 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	81 FPS
medium	58 FPS	69 FPS
high	39 FPS	51 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	46 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
1080p
low	354 FPS	461 FPS
medium	310 FPS	397 FPS
high	249 FPS	320 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	281 FPS
1440p
low	222 FPS	367 FPS
medium	196 FPS	307 FPS
high	160 FPS	246 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	201 FPS
4K
low	110 FPS	199 FPS
medium	94 FPS	167 FPS
high	77 FPS	144 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	117 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
1080p
low	765 FPS	895 FPS
medium	612 FPS	731 FPS
high	510 FPS	643 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	556 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	699 FPS
medium	432 FPS	567 FPS
high	366 FPS	488 FPS
ultra	287 FPS	416 FPS
4K
low	367 FPS	475 FPS
medium	298 FPS	388 FPS
high	221 FPS	332 FPS
ultra	176 FPS	270 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
1080p
low	523 FPS	357 FPS
medium	452 FPS	315 FPS
high	383 FPS	275 FPS
ultra	319 FPS	239 FPS
1440p
low	428 FPS	278 FPS
medium	371 FPS	247 FPS
high	298 FPS	212 FPS
ultra	245 FPS	180 FPS
4K
low	279 FPS	176 FPS
medium	259 FPS	151 FPS
high	225 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	95 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 and RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell

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.

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell

The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1230 MHz to 2055 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,498 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell's 26,498 — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell leads by 55.9%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 8,960 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 36.83 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 2055 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 70 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) with 112 Tensor cores vs 280.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
G3D Mark Score	16,995	26,498+56%
Architecture	Ampere	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	3584	8960+150%
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.74 TFLOPS	36.83 TFLOPS+189%
Boost Clock	1777 MHz	2055 MHz+16%
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	112	280+150%
L1 Cache	3.5 MB	8.8 MB+151%
L2 Cache	3 MB	48 MB+1500%
Ray Tracing Cores	28	70+150%
Tensor Cores	112	280+150%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3060 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
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 RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell has 24 GB. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 432 GB/s (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) — a 20% advantage for the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 48 MB (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	24 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	360 GB/s	432 GB/s+20%
Bus Width	192-bit	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	48 MB+1500%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	9th Gen NVENC (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	6th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell's 140W — a 19.4% difference. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
TDP	170W	140W-18%
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	267mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	100.0	189.3+89%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP, while the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell launched at $1999. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 83.5% less ($1670 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 13.3 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 288.7% better value. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2021).