Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU vs GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

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 Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is positioned at rank #635 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

#625

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5170%

#627

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4687%

#628

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4674%

#632

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4250%

#633

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4221%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

100%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

99%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

98%

#640

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

#641

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

94%

#644

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

93%

#645

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

93%

#646

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#647

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#648

GeForce 8500 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

90%

#649

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

90%

#650

Mobility Radeon X1600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

110%

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

97%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

94%

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

85%

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

81%

#29

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

77%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 598.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU.

Insight	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU	GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-598.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+598.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 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.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU and GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 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: 1,886 points.

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 12 2022. 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: 13,170 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU scores 1,886 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 13,170 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU leads by 598.3%.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU	GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score	1,886	13,170+598%
Process Node	7 nm	8 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU	GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 135 GB/s (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU) — a 148.9% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU	GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	6 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	135 GB/s	336 GB/s+149%
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%

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Power & Dimensions

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU draws 7W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 170W — a 184.2% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile.