GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GeForce RTX 5090 D

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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 5090 D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 102.1% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (32 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-102.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+102.1%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (32 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (304mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $280 versus $1,999 for the GeForce RTX 5090 D, it costs 86% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 253.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+253.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($280)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,999)

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 5090 D Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and GeForce RTX 5090 D

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 5090 D

The GeForce RTX 5090 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 41,059 points. Launch price was $2,299.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the GeForce RTX 5090 D's 41,059 — the GeForce RTX 5090 D leads by 102.1%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 5090 D uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 21,760 (GeForce RTX 5090 D). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5090 D). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2407 MHz. Ray tracing: 38 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 170 (GeForce RTX 5090 D) with 152 Tensor cores vs 680.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
G3D Mark Score	20,312	41,059+102%
Architecture	Ampere	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4864	21760+347%
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS	104.8 TFLOPS+547%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2407 MHz+45%
ROPs	80	176+120%
TMUs	152	680+347%
L1 Cache	4.8 MB	21.3 MB+344%
L2 Cache	4 MB	96 MB+2300%
Ray Tracing Cores	38	170+347%
Tensor Cores	152	680+347%

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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 RTX 5090 D relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
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	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 5090 D has 32 GB. The GeForce RTX 5090 D offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1792 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5090 D) — a 300% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5090 D. Bus width: 256-bit vs 512-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 96 MB (GeForce RTX 5090 D) — the GeForce RTX 5090 D has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	32 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR7
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	1792 GB/s+300%
Bus Width	256-bit	512-bit+100%
L2 Cache	4 MB	96 MB+2300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5090 D). 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 5090 D
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 9th Gen (GeForce RTX 5090 D). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs NVDEC 8th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5090 D).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	NVENC 9th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	NVDEC 8th Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 5090 D's 575W — a 96.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1000W (GeForce RTX 5090 D). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 5090 D
TDP	200W-65%	575W
Recommended PSU	600W-40%	1000W
Power Connector	8-pin	16-pin
Length	242mm	304mm
Height	112mm	137mm
Slots	2-33%	3
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85
Perf/Watt	101.6+42%	71.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the GeForce RTX 5090 D launched at $1999. The GeForce RTX 5090 D is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).