Quadro FX 4600 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

Quadro FX 4600

2008Core: 602 MHz

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020Core: 1410 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro FX 4600

150

403

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

200

20,312

+4940.2%

GeForce RTX 2060 (Mobile)

GeForce RTX 2080 Super with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1080 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 1070 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Mobile

GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

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 4600 is positioned at rank #404 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 4600

#387

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

73865%

#403

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

100%

#404

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

100%

#405

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

90%

#406

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

85%

#408

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

80%

#409

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

80%

#411

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

60%

#414

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

50%

#415

GRID M60-0B

MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900

45%

#416

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

40%

#417

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

40%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly newer (2020 vs 2008). The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 4600 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4940.2% higher G3D Mark score and 966.7% more VRAM (8 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 4600.

Insight	Quadro FX 4600	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4940.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+4940.2%)
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 (8 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $50), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 800% better value per dollar than the Quadro FX 4600.

Insight	Quadro FX 4600	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+800%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)

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.

Quadro FX 4600 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 4600 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

Quadro FX 4600

The Quadro FX 4600 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 403 points. Launch price was $1,799.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 4600 scores 403 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 4940.2%. The Quadro FX 4600 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 55 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro FX 4600) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4600) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).

Feature	Quadro FX 4600	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
G3D Mark Score	403	20,312+4940%
Architecture	Tesla 2.0	Ampere
Process Node	55 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	192	4864+2433%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.4623 TFLOPS	16.2 TFLOPS+3404%
ROPs	24	80+233%
TMUs	64	152+138%
L2 Cache	0.19 MB	4 MB+2005%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro FX 4600	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro FX 4600 comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 966.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 0.19 MB (Quadro FX 4600) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro FX 4600	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
VRAM Capacity	0.75 GB	8 GB+967%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	0.19 MB	4 MB+2005%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 4600 draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 28.6% difference. The Quadro FX 4600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 4600) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.

Feature	Quadro FX 4600	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
TDP	150W-25%	200W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	—	242mm
Height	—	112mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	75
Perf/Watt	2.7	101.6+3663%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 4600 launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The Quadro FX 4600 costs 82.1% less ($230 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.1 (Quadro FX 4600) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 795.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2008).