Intel Arc Pro B50 vs GeForce RTX 3060
Intel Arc Pro B50
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Intel Arc Pro B50
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 39.2% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel Arc Pro B50.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-39.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+39.2%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Xe2 (2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| 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 $349 for the Intel Arc Pro B50, it costs 17% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 68.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+68.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($349) | ✅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 B50 and GeForce RTX 3060
Intel Arc Pro B50
The Intel Arc Pro B50 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 5 2025. It features the Xe2 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 2600 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,208 points. Launch price was $349.
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 B50 scores 12,208 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 39.2%. The Intel Arc Pro B50 is built on Xe2 while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 10.65 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 2600 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 112.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,208 | 16,995+39% |
| Architecture | Xe2 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 3584+75% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.65 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+20% |
| Boost Clock | 2600 MHz+46% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 48+200% |
| TMUs | 128+14% | 112 |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 16 | 28+75% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | 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 B50 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the Intel Arc Pro B50 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Dual Arc Media Engine (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: Dual Arc Media Engine vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Dual Arc Media Engine | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | Dual Arc 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 B50 draws 70W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 83.3% difference. The Intel Arc Pro B50 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 167mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75.
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W-59% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 167mm | 242mm |
| Height | 69mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 174.4+74% | 100.0 |
Value Analysis
The Intel Arc Pro B50 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $349, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 17.2% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.0 (Intel Arc Pro B50) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 68% better value. The Intel Arc Pro B50 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2021).
| Feature | Intel Arc Pro B50 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $329-6% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $349 | $289-17% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.0 | 58.8+68% |
| Codename | BMG-G21 | GA106 |
| Release | September 5 2025 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #221 | #114 |
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