GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
VS
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

2022Core: 1560 MHzBoost: 1860 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020Core: 1410 MHzBoost: 1665 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 3090 Ti

#63
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
MSRP: $799|Avg: $800
189%
#64
Radeon RX 9070 XT
MSRP: $599|Avg: $700
183%
#65
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
MSRP: $749|Avg: $850
182%
#66
Radeon RX 6900 XT
MSRP: $999|Avg: $385
182%
#67
GeForce GTX 1630
MSRP: $150|Avg: $90
176%
#68
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
MSRP: $999|Avg: $999
163%
#69
Radeon RX 6800 XT
MSRP: $649|Avg: $743
160%
#70
Radeon RX 7900 XTX
MSRP: $999|Avg: $930
160%
#71
Radeon RX 6950 XT
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $850
157%
#72
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $550
152%
#73
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
MSRP: $1250|Avg: $500
145%
#74
GeForce RTX 5080
MSRP: $999|Avg: $1250
137%
#75
GeForce RTX 3090
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $900
121%
#76
Radeon Ryzen 7 6800H
MSRP: $200|Avg: $200
115%
#77
GeForce RTX 4090
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1649
110%
#78
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1100
100%
#79
Iris Xe Graphics MAX
MSRP: $55|Avg: $40
69%
#80
GeForce RTX 5090
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700
69%
#81
Moore Threads MTT S80
MSRP: $260|Avg: $170
66%
#82
Intel UHD Graphics P750
MSRP: $150|Avg: $100
59%
#83
Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G
MSRP: $299|Avg: $100
58%
#84
Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
47%
#85
Radeon Ryzen 7 6800U
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
45%
#86
Radeon Ryzen 5 6600U
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
44%
#87
Radeon RX 7500
MSRP: $229|Avg: $229
39%
#88
Radeon Ryzen 5 5500H
MSRP: $250|Avg: $250
38%
#89
Moore Threads MTT S70
MSRP: $345|Avg: $140
37%
#90
GeForce RTX 5090 D v2
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $4086.44
35%
#91
Radeon Ryzen 5 150
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
35%
#92
Radeon Ryzen 7 4800H
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
34%
#93
Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
33%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

#1
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $280
100%
#2
GeForce RTX 5060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
96%
#3
Radeon RX 5600 XT
MSRP: $279|Avg: $180
95%
#4
Radeon RX 9060
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
95%
#5
GeForce RTX 5050
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
95%
#6
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP: $249|Avg: $150
94%
#7
Arc A580
MSRP: $179|Avg: $179
93%
#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
93%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
92%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
91%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
90%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
90%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
89%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
88%
#15
Radeon RX 6500 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
88%
#16
GeForce RTX 3070
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 44.7% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (24 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.

InsightGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance
Leading raw performance (+44.7%)
Lower raw frame rates (-44.7%)
Longevity
🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (24 GB)
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Very Large (Check Case)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $280 versus $1,100 for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, it costs 75% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 171.5% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+171.5%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,100)
More affordable ($280)

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 3090 Ti and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 27 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1560 MHz to 1860 MHz. It has 10752 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 29,395 points. Launch price was $1,999.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti scores 29,395 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti leads by 44.7%. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 10,752 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 40 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1860 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 38 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) with 336 Tensor cores vs 152.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
G3D Mark Score
29,395+45%
20,312
Architecture
Ampere
Ampere
Process Node
8 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
10752+121%
4864
Compute (TFLOPS)
40 TFLOPS+147%
16.2 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1860 MHz+12%
1665 MHz
ROPs
112+40%
80
TMUs
336+121%
152
L1 Cache
10.5 MB+119%
4.8 MB
L2 Cache
6 MB+50%
4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores
84+121%
38
Tensor Cores
336+121%
152

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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 3090 Ti comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — a 125% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
VRAM Capacity
24 GB+200%
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6X
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
1008 GB/s+125%
448 GB/s
Bus Width
384-bit+50%
256-bit
L2 Cache
6 MB+50%
4 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
DirectX
12.2+2%
12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Encoder
7th Gen NVENC
NVENC (Ampere)
Decoder
5th Gen NVDEC
NVDEC (Ampere)
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)
H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti draws 450W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 336mm vs 242mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
TDP
450W
200W-56%
Recommended PSU
850W
600W-29%
Power Connector
16-pin
8-pin
Length
336mm
242mm
Height
140mm
112mm
Slots
3
2-33%
Temp (Load)
85°C
75-12%
Perf/Watt
65.3
101.6+56%
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1100, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti costs 74.5% less ($820 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.7 (GeForce RTX 3090 Ti) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 171.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3090 TiGeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP
$1999
$399-80%
Avg Price (30d)
$1100
$280-75%
Performance per Dollar
26.7
72.5+172%
Codename
GA102
GA104
Release
January 27 2022
December 1 2020
Ranking
#19
#73