RTX 2000 Ada Generation vs GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
RTX 2000 Ada Generation
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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 RTX 2000 Ada Generation
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX 2000 Ada Generation is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (16 GB vs 12 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB.
| Insight | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $340 versus $750 for the RTX 2000 Ada Generation, it costs 55% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 115.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+115.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($750) | ✅More affordable ($340) |
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 RTX 2000 Ada Generation and GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
RTX 2000 Ada Generation
The RTX 2000 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 12 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1620 MHz to 2130 MHz. It has 2816 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 22 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,147 points. Launch price was $649.
GeForce RTX 3060 12GB
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1260 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,777 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
The RTX 2000 Ada Generation scores 17,147 and the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB reaches 16,777 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX 2000 Ada Generation is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,816 (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 8,960 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Raw compute: 12 TFLOPS (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 30.64 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Boost clocks: 2130 MHz vs 1710 MHz. Ray tracing: 22 RT cores (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 70 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) with 88 Tensor cores vs 280.
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 17,147+2% | 16,777 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2816 | 8960+218% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12 TFLOPS | 30.64 TFLOPS+155% |
| Boost Clock | 2130 MHz+25% | 1710 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 88 | 280+218% |
| L1 Cache | 2.8 MB | 8.8 MB+214% |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB+100% | 6 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 22 | 70+218% |
| Tensor Cores | 88 | 280+218% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX 2000 Ada Generation comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB has 12 GB. The RTX 2000 Ada Generation offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) — a 40.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 12 MB (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) — the RTX 2000 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+33% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 360 GB/s+41% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB+100% | 6 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB).
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 2000 Ada Generation draws 70W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB's 350W — a 133.3% difference. The RTX 2000 Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 167mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W-80% | 350W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 167mm | 242mm |
| Height | 68mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 245.0+411% | 47.9 |
Value Analysis
The RTX 2000 Ada Generation launched at $625 MSRP and currently averages $750, while the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB launched at $329 and now averages $340. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB costs 54.7% less ($410 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.9 (RTX 2000 Ada Generation) vs 49.3 (GeForce RTX 3060 12GB) — the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB offers 115.3% better value. The RTX 2000 Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2022).
| Feature | RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $625 | $329-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $750 | $340-55% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.9 | 49.3+115% |
| Codename | AD107 | GA102 |
| Release | February 12 2024 | January 11 2022 |
| Ranking | #107 | #38 |
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