Radeon Pro 460 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Radeon Pro 460
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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 Radeon Pro 460 is positioned at rank #176 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 Radeon Pro 460
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Why is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than Radeon Pro 460?
The matchup between the mobile professional Radeon Pro 460 and the powerful GeForce RTX 3060 Ti reveals the monumental divide between previous-gen specialized efficiency and modern desktop muscle. The RTX 3060 Ti delivers roughly 2000% more raw compute performance, moving from a chip designed for ultra-thin creative notebooks to a desktop icon that masters 1440p Ultra with cinematic graphics.
Technically, the RTX 3060 Ti wins on absolute architectural scale, featuring 8GB of fast VRAM and specialized hardware for Ray Tracing and DLSS. The Radeon Pro 460 remains a robust legacy engine for 2016-era professional tasks, but it lacks the core count and bandwidth to handle modern interactive media with any stability. Moving from any notebook with legacy workstation graphics to a 30-series discrete tower is a transformative upgrade, providing the speed and visual stability needed for high-end rendering work in 2026.
There is no contest here; the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the absolute winner. it provides a level of detail and speed that turns the most demanding games into fluid, immersive experiences. The Radeon Pro 460 is now strictly piece of hardware history on legacy MacBooks. If you are looking to revitalize your digital environment with a performance boost that is truly night and day, the 30-series discrete card is the definitive and superior choice.
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 Radeon Pro 460 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 488.2% 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 Radeon Pro 460.
| Insight | Radeon Pro 460 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-488.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+488.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 215.1% better value per dollar than the Radeon Pro 460.
| Insight | Radeon Pro 460 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+215.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️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 Radeon Pro 460 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Radeon Pro 460
The Radeon Pro 460 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 30 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 850 MHz to 907 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,453 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 Radeon Pro 460 scores 3,453 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 488.2%. The Radeon Pro 460 is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 14 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon Pro 460) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 1.858 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro 460) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 907 MHz vs 1665 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 460 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,453 | 20,312+488% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 4864+375% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.858 TFLOPS | 16.2 TFLOPS+772% |
| Boost Clock | 907 MHz | 1665 MHz+84% |
| ROPs | 16 | 80+400% |
| TMUs | 64 | 152+138% |
| L1 Cache | 0.25 MB | 4.8 MB+1820% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 4 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Pro 460 | 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 | AMD Anti-Lag | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon Pro 460 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 (Radeon Pro 460) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 460 | 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 Radeon Pro 460 draws 35W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 140.4% difference. The Radeon Pro 460 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro 460) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Radeon Pro 460 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 35W-83% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 98.7 | 101.6+3% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Pro 460 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The Radeon Pro 460 costs 46.4% less ($130 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.0 (Radeon Pro 460) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 215.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).
| Feature | Radeon Pro 460 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $399-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-46% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.0 | 72.5+215% |
| Codename | Baffin | GA104 |
| Release | October 30 2016 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #547 | #73 |
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