L40 vs GeForce RTX 3060
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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 L40
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The L40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 91.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (48 GB vs 12 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060.
| Insight | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+91.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-91.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $8,174 for the L40, it costs 96% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 1374.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1374.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,174) | ✅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 L40 and GeForce RTX 3060
L40
The L40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 2490 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 32,601 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 L40 scores 32,601 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the L40 leads by 91.8%. The L40 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 18,176 (L40) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 90.52 TFLOPS (L40) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 2490 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 142 RT cores (L40) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 568 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 32,601+92% | 16,995 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 18176+407% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 90.52 TFLOPS+611% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2490 MHz+40% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+300% | 48 |
| TMUs | 568+407% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 17.8 MB+409% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+3100% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 142+407% | 28 |
| Tensor Cores | 568+407% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The L40 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The L40 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 960 GB/s (L40) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 166.7% advantage for the L40. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (L40) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the L40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+300% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 960 GB/s+167% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+3100% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (L40) 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 | L40 | 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: NVENC 8th Gen (L40) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th Gen | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The L40 draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 55.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (L40) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 170W-43% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 550W-27% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 108.7+9% | 100.0 |
Value Analysis
The L40 launched at $31000 MSRP and currently averages $8174, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 96.5% less ($7885 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.0 (L40) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 1370% better value. The L40 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2021).
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31000 | $329-99% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8174 | $289-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.0 | 58.8+1370% |
| Codename | AD102 | GA106 |
| Release | October 13 2022 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #61 | #114 |
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