Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS vs GeForce RTX 3060
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
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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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is positioned at rank #197 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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 142.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (12 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS.
| Insight | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-142.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+142.8%) |
| Longevity | Legacy (4nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $250), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 110% better value per dollar than the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS.
| Insight | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+110%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($250) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS and GeForce RTX 3060
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1500 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,000 points.
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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS scores 7,000 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 142.8%. Shader units: 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1500 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,000 | 16,995+143% |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 3584+133% |
| Boost Clock | 1500 MHz | 1777 MHz+18% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | 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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 135 GB/s (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 166.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 135 GB/s | 360 GB/s+167% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: ES 3.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | ES 3.2 | 4.6+44% |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: Adreno VPU (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: Adreno VPU vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | Adreno VPU | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | Adreno VPU | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS draws 40W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 123.8% difference. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 242mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 40W-76% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 242mm |
| Height | 0mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 175.0+75% | 100.0 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS launched at $250 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS costs 13.5% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.0 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 110% better value. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250-24% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250-13% | $289 |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.0 | 58.8+110% |
| Codename | — | GA106 |
| Release | October 26 2023 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #482 | #114 |
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