Intel Arc Pro A60 vs GeForce RTX 3060
Intel Arc Pro A60
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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 A60 is positioned at rank #60 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 A60
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 79% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 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 A60.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-79%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+79%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $380 for the Intel Arc Pro A60, it costs 24% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 135.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+135.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380) | ✅More affordable ($289) |
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 A60 and GeForce RTX 3060
Intel Arc Pro A60
The Intel Arc Pro A60 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in June 6 2023. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 2050 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,493 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Intel Arc Pro A60 scores 9,493 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 79%. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is built on Generation 12.7 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 6 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 8.397 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 2050 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 256 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,493 | 16,995+79% |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 3584+75% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 8.397 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+52% |
| Boost Clock | 2050 MHz+15% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 128+14% | 112 |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB+300% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 16 | 28+75% |
| Tensor Cores | 256+129% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 A60 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 12 MB (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the Intel Arc Pro A60 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 12 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB+300% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Intel Xe Media Engine (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: Intel Xe Media Engine vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Intel Xe Media Engine | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | Intel Xe Media Engine | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Intel Arc Pro A60 draws 130W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 26.7% difference. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-24% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 241mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 73.0 | 100.0+37% |
Value Analysis
The Intel Arc Pro A60 launched at $380 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 23.9% less ($91 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.0 (Intel Arc Pro A60) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 135.2% better value. The Intel Arc Pro A60 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro A60 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $380 | $329-13% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $380 | $289-24% |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.0 | 58.8+135% |
| Codename | DG2-256 | GA106 |
| Release | June 6 2023 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #275 | #114 |
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