GeForce RTX 3060 vs RTXA5000-24Q

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.

GeForce RTX 3060 vs RTXA5000-24Q FPS Benchmarks

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GeForce RTX 3060 vs RTXA5000-24Q: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each GPU makes more sense in practice: raw FPS, VRAM, features, power draw, pricing, and long-term headroom.

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅+253.8% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $3,392 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Delivers 3902% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 1.3 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅500% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 2 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 256), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

RTXA5000-24Q

2021

Why buy it

✅128.6% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (256 vs 112).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (4,803 vs 16,995).
❌Less VRAM, with 2 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌GeForce RTX 3060 is the safer long-term pick here because the hardware is newer and the feature stack is stronger.
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1031% HIGHER MSRP
$3,721 MSRPvs$329 MSRP

Quick Answers

Which GPU is faster for gaming right now?

GeForce RTX 3060 is the faster gaming card right now based on the synthetic data we have. It leads by 253.8% in PassMark G3D (16,995 vs 4,803), which is the best performance signal available in this matchup.

Which GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3060 is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond. The case is simple: 12 GB vs 2 GB of VRAM and the newer upscaling stack, DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That gives it more room for heavier textures and higher settings over time.

Which GPU is the better buy today?

GeForce RTX 3060 makes the most sense to buy today. It is $3,392 cheaper on MSRP at $329 vs $3,721, and it leads G3D-per-dollar by 3902% (51.7 vs 1.3), so the value case lines up with the gaming result.

GeForce RTX 3060 vs RTXA5000-24Q Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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.

RTXA5000-24Q

The RTXA5000-24Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,803 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 4,803 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 253.8%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the RTXA5000-24Q uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-24Q). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-24Q). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 64 (RTXA5000-24Q) with 112 Tensor cores vs 256.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTXA5000-24Q
G3D Mark Score	16,995+254%	4,803
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	3584	8192+129%
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.74 TFLOPS	27.77 TFLOPS+118%
Boost Clock	1777 MHz+5%	1695 MHz
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	112	256+129%
L1 Cache	3.5 MB	8 MB+129%
L2 Cache	3 MB	6 MB+100%
Ray Tracing Cores	28	64+129%
Tensor Cores	112	256+129%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTXA5000-24Q supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3060 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTXA5000-24Q
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 has 12 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-24Q carries 2 GB. GeForce RTX 3060 gives you 500% more memory capacity, which matters more once you move into heavier textures, mods, or higher resolutions. Memory bus width is 192-bit on the GeForce RTX 3060 and 64-bit on the RTXA5000-24Q. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-24Q) — the RTXA5000-24Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTXA5000-24Q
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+500%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	192-bit+200%	64-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	6 MB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 230W — a 30% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (RTXA5000-24Q). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTXA5000-24Q
TDP	170W-26%	230W
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	—
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	100.0+378%	20.9

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Value Analysis

At launch, the GeForce RTX 3060 came in at $329, while the RTXA5000-24Q launched at $3721. On MSRP, GeForce RTX 3060 was 91.2% cheaper ($3392 less). Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 1.3 (RTXA5000-24Q) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 3876.9% better value.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP	$329-91%	$3721
Performance per Dollar	51.7+3877%	1.3
Codename	GA106	GA102
Release	January 12 2021	April 12 2021
Ranking	#114	#53

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