Quadro FX 350 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Quadro FX 350
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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 Quadro FX 350 is positioned at rank #385 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 Quadro FX 350
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is significantly newer (2022 vs 2008). The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 350 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 15214% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (6 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 350.
| Insight | Quadro FX 350 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-15214%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+15214%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 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 Quadro FX 350 and GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Quadro FX 350
The Quadro FX 350 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 86 points. Launch price was $3,499.
GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 12 2022. 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: 13,170 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 350 scores 86 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 13,170 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU leads by 15214%. The Quadro FX 350 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU uses Ampere, both on 55 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 350) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 350) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU).
| Feature | Quadro FX 350 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 86 | 13,170+15214% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 3584+1393% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+1948% |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 80 | 112+40% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 3 MB+1100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 350 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro FX 350 comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 350) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 350 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.125 GB | 6 GB+4700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 3 MB+1100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 350 draws 189W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 170W — a 10.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 350) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | Quadro FX 350 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 170W-10% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.5 | 77.5+15400% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 350 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | — |
| Codename | GT200B | GA106 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | October 12 2022 |
| Ranking | #815 | #147 |
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