GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GeForce GT 520
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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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 GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 520
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ 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 GeForce GT 520 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 6188.5% 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 GeForce GT 520.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+6188.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6188.5%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 236.9% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT 520.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+236.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and GeForce GT 520
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.
GeForce GT 520
The GeForce GT 520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 323 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the GeForce GT 520's 323 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 6188.5%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce GT 520 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 768 (GeForce GT 520). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 520). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1188 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312+6189% | 323 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 4864+533% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.2 TFLOPS+788% | 1.825 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+40% | 1188 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+150% | 32 |
| TMUs | 152+217% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 4.8 MB+1614% | 0.28 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+300% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GT 520 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 520 has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1 MB (GeForce GT 520) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+300% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+300% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+300% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 520). Vulkan: 1.3 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2)+9% | 11.0 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+12% | 4.1 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs No (GeForce GT 520). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 520).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | No |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the GeForce GT 520's 90W — a 75.9% difference. The GeForce GT 520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 250W (GeForce GT 520). Power connectors: 8-pin vs None. Card length: 242mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 90W-55% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 250W-58% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | None |
| Length | 242mm | 145mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 65°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6+2722% | 3.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the GeForce GT 520 launched at $59 and now averages $15. The GeForce GT 520 costs 94.6% less ($265 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 21.5 (GeForce GT 520) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 237.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce GT 520 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $59-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $15-95% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5+237% | 21.5 |
| Codename | GA104 | GM206 |
| Release | December 1 2020 | August 20 2015 |
| Ranking | #73 | #425 |
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