Intel Arc Pro A30M vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Intel Arc Pro A30M
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Intel Arc Pro A30M is positioned at rank #30 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Intel Arc Pro A30M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 246.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel Arc Pro A30M.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro A30M | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-246.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+246.5%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Intel Arc Pro A30M and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Intel Arc Pro A30M
The Intel Arc Pro A30M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 8 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 8 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,862 points.
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 Intel Arc Pro A30M scores 5,862 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 246.5%. The Intel Arc Pro A30M is built on Generation 12.7 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 6 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Intel Arc Pro A30M) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 4.096 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro A30M) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 8 RT cores (Intel Arc Pro A30M) vs 38 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 152.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A30M | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,862 | 20,312+247% |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 4864+375% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.096 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+296% |
| Boost Clock | 2000 MHz+20% | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 80+150% |
| TMUs | 64 | 152+138% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 8 | 38+375% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A30M | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Intel Arc Pro A30M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A30M | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel Arc Pro A30M draws 50W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 120% difference. The Intel Arc Pro A30M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Intel Arc Pro A30M) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A30M | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-75% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 117.2+15% | 101.6 |
Value Analysis
The Intel Arc Pro A30M is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A30M | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $280 |
| Codename | DG2-128 | GA104 |
| Release | August 8 2022 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #402 | #73 |
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