Quadro GV100 vs GeForce RTX 3060
Quadro GV100
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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 GV100
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro GV100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 11.9% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (32 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 | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+11.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-11.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Volta (2017−2020)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) | 🎮 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 $8,999 for the Quadro GV100, it costs 97% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 2683.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2683.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,999) | ✅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 GV100 and GeForce RTX 3060
Quadro GV100
The Quadro GV100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 27 2018. It features the Volta architecture. The core clock ranges from 1132 MHz to 1627 MHz. It has 5120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,013 points. Launch price was $8,999.
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 GV100 scores 19,013 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the Quadro GV100 leads by 11.9%. The Quadro GV100 is built on Volta while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 5,120 (Quadro GV100) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 16.66 TFLOPS (Quadro GV100) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1627 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 19,013+12% | 16,995 |
| Architecture | Volta | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 5120+43% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.66 TFLOPS+31% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1627 MHz | 1777 MHz+9% |
| ROPs | 128+167% | 48 |
| TMUs | 320+186% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 10 MB+186% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+100% | 3 MB |
| Tensor Cores | 640+471% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | 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 GV100 comes with 32 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The Quadro GV100 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1024 GB/s (Quadro GV100) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 184.4% advantage for the Quadro GV100. Bus width: 4096-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (Quadro GV100) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the Quadro GV100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 32 GB+167% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1024 GB/s+184% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 4096-bit+2033% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+100% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro GV100) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (Quadro GV100) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (Quadro GV100) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 6th Gen | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th Gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro GV100 draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 38.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Quadro GV100) 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: 85°C vs 75.
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 170W-32% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 76.1 | 100.0+31% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro GV100 launched at $8999 MSRP and currently averages $8999, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 96.8% less ($8710 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.1 (Quadro GV100) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 2700% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | Quadro GV100 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $8999 | $329-96% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8999 | $289-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 2.1 | 58.8+2700% |
| Codename | GV100 | GA106 |
| Release | March 27 2018 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #89 | #114 |
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