Quadro M520 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Quadro M520
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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 M520 is positioned at rank #145 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 M520
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ 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 M520 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 961.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M520.
| Insight | Quadro M520 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-961.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+961.8%) |
| 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 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 89.6% better value per dollar than the Quadro M520.
| Insight | Quadro M520 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+89.6%) |
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M520 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Quadro M520
The Quadro M520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1041 MHz to 1019 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,913 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 M520 scores 1,913 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 961.8%. The Quadro M520 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (Quadro M520) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 0.7995 TFLOPS (Quadro M520) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1019 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,913 | 20,312+962% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 4864+1167% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7995 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+1926% |
| Boost Clock | 1019 MHz | 1665 MHz+63% |
| ROPs | 8 | 80+900% |
| TMUs | 16 | 152+850% |
| L1 Cache | 0.13 MB | 4.8 MB+3592% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M520 | 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 M520 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Quadro M520) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M520 draws 25W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 155.6% difference. The Quadro M520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M520) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Quadro M520 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 25W-88% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 76.5 | 101.6+33% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M520 launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The Quadro M520 costs 82.1% less ($230 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.3 (Quadro M520) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 89.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | Quadro M520 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200-50% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-82% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.3 | 72.5+89% |
| Codename | GM108 | GA104 |
| Release | January 11 2017 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #695 | #73 |
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