Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
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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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 15645.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-15645.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+15645.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | 🔮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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU scores 129 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 15645.7%.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 129 | 20,312+15646% |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 8 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | 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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU comes with 0 MB 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: System vs 256-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU draws 7W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 186.5% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 242mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-97% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 600W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 8-pin |
| Length | 1mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 18.4 | 101.6+452% |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU costs 100+% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 72.5 |
| Codename | — | GA104 |
| Release | December 6 2018 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #915 | #73 |
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