GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 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. 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 GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

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GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Why is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU?

Comparing the powerful desktop GeForce RTX 3060 Ti to the mobile flagship GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU highlights the peak of the Ampere generation in different form factors. The RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is a world-class mobile monster that can actually match or even occasionally exceed the 3060 Ti desktop in raw benchmarks, offering a staggering 16GB of memory. This match shows that high-end mobile tech can rival enthusiast desktop gear.

Technically, the RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU wins on absolute memory scale, featuring double the 8GB buffer found on the desktop 3060 Ti. This extra headroom is critical for 4K gaming and professional 3D design on the move. However, the desktop RTX 3060 Ti benefits from much higher sustained thermal limits and consistent clock speeds, providing a more stable foundation for long sessions. Both are elite performers, but the mobile chip represents the absolute height of portability in its era.

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the undisputed winner for any user who needs elite workstation-grade power and massive memory on a portable machine. it is the pinnacle of Ampere mobile technology. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the winner for desktop enthusiasts who priority thermal stability and high-value 1440p gaming in a stationary tower. For anyone seeking the absolute highest raw muscle between these two, the flagship mobile chip is the clear and superior winner by scale.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+6.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.3%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (16 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

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

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

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 RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,108 points. Launch price was $1,199.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU's 19,108 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 6.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 10,240 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 34.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 38 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 80 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU) with 152 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score	20,312+6%	19,108
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	4864	10240+111%
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS	34.1 TFLOPS+110%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	1665 MHz
ROPs	80	112+40%
TMUs	152	320+111%
L1 Cache	4.8 MB	10 MB+108%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	38	80+111%
Tensor Cores	152	320+111%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 512 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU) — a 14.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU) — the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	16 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	512 GB/s+14%
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs NVENC 5th gen (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs NVDEC 7th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	NVENC 5th gen
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	NVDEC 7th gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
TDP	200W	150W-25%
Recommended PSU	600W-8%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	Mobile
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	101.6	127.4+25%