GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GRID M60-1B
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 GRID M60-1B
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 GRID M60-1B 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 800.4% 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 GRID M60-1B.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+800.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-800.4%) |
| 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 $120), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 285.9% better value per dollar than the GRID M60-1B.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+285.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280) | ✅More affordable ($120) |
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 GRID M60-1B
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.
GRID M60-1B
The GRID M60-1B is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,256 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the GRID M60-1B's 2,256 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 800.4%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the GRID M60-1B uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-1B). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-1B). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312+800% | 2,256 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 4864+138% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.2 TFLOPS+236% | 4.825 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+41% | 1178 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+25% | 64 |
| TMUs | 152+19% | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 4.8 MB+540% | 0.75 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 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 GRID M60-1B relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GRID M60-1B 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 2 MB (GRID M60-1B) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+300% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+300% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12_1 (GRID M60-1B). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the GRID M60-1B's 225W — a 11.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 350W (GRID M60-1B). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-11% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 350W-42% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 1mm |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6+916% | 10.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the GRID M60-1B launched at $2500 and now averages $120. The GRID M60-1B costs 57.1% less ($160 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 18.8 (GRID M60-1B) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 285.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GRID M60-1B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399-84% | $2500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $120-57% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5+286% | 18.8 |
| Codename | GA104 | GM204 |
| Release | December 1 2020 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #73 | #525 |
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