Quadro M1200 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Quadro M1200
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Why is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than Quadro M1200?
Comparing the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti to the legacy mobile Quadro M1200 highlights the distance between current desktop power and previous-gen workstation mobility. The RTX 3060 Ti is roughly 2500% faster, moving from a chip that struggles with basic 1080p tasks to a card that masters 1440p Ultra with high refresh rates. This is a massive leap for any professional moving from an old laptop to a dedicated workstation.
Technically, the RTX 3060 Ti features 8GB of VRAM and support for DLSS and hardware Ray Tracing. The Quadro M1200 is limited by its 4GB buffer and an architecture that cannot handle even basic modern gaming at playable rates. For a professional designer in 2026, the 3060 Ti provides a much more stable and fluid foundation for rendering and creative software, whereas the legacy Quadro is now best reserved for simple productivity.
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the undisputed winner in this comparison, providing a level of speed and features that the older workstation chip simply cannot replicate. it is the definitive choice for anyone who wants a world-class experience in gaming and 3D design. while the Quadro M1200 was a reliable tool for its time, the architectural jump to Ampere makes the RTX 3060 Ti the clear and superior winner for performance and stability.
Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses modern memory architecture. 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 M1200 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 532.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M1200.
| Insight | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-532.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+532.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🔮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 Quadro M1200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $280 for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, it costs 86% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 10.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+10.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M1200 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Quadro M1200
The Quadro M1200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1093 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,212 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro M1200 scores 3,212 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 532.4%. The Quadro M1200 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 640 (Quadro M1200) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 1.399 TFLOPS (Quadro M1200) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,212 | 20,312+532% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 4864+660% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.399 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+1058% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | 1665 MHz+45% |
| ROPs | 16 | 80+400% |
| TMUs | 40 | 152+280% |
| L1 Cache | 0.31 MB | 4.8 MB+1448% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro M1200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro M1200) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro M1200) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 3rd Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M1200) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP8 (Quadro M1200) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 3rd Gen NVENC (Maxwell) | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,VP8 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M1200 draws 45W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 126.5% difference. The Quadro M1200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M1200) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 82°C vs 75.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W-78% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 82°C | 75-9% |
| Perf/Watt | 71.4 | 101.6+42% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M1200 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The Quadro M1200 costs 85.7% less ($240 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 80.3 (Quadro M1200) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the Quadro M1200 offers 10.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-86% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.3+11% | 72.5 |
| Codename | GM107 | GA104 |
| Release | January 11 2017 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #567 | #73 |
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