Quadro GP100 vs GeForce RTX 3060
Quadro GP100
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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 Quadro GP100
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro GP100 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 24% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro GP100 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-24%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+24%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| 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 $1,335 for the Quadro GP100, it costs 78% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 472.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+472.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,335) | ✅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 Quadro GP100 and GeForce RTX 3060
Quadro GP100
The Quadro GP100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1304 MHz to 1442 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 235W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,710 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 Quadro GP100 scores 13,710 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 24%. The Quadro GP100 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 16 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (Quadro GP100) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 10.34 TFLOPS (Quadro GP100) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1442 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 13,710 | 16,995+24% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584 | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.34 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+23% |
| Boost Clock | 1442 MHz | 1777 MHz+23% |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 224+100% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 1.3 MB | 3.5 MB+169% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | 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 Quadro GP100 comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The Quadro GP100 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1024 GB/s (Quadro GP100) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 184.4% advantage for the Quadro GP100. Bus width: 4096-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Quadro GP100) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the Quadro GP100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+33% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1024 GB/s+184% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 4096-bit+2033% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (Quadro GP100) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4th gen (Quadro GP100) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 (Quadro GP100) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4th gen | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 3rd gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro GP100 draws 235W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 32.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro GP100) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 235W | 170W-28% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 58.3 | 100.0+72% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro GP100 launched at $7000 MSRP and currently averages $1335, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 78.4% less ($1046 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.3 (Quadro GP100) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 470.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).
| Feature | Quadro GP100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $7000 | $329-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1335 | $289-78% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.3 | 58.8+471% |
| Codename | GP100 | GA106 |
| Release | October 1 2016 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #178 | #114 |
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