GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs HD Graphics 530
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
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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 HD Graphics 530 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 513.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (8 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics 530.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+513.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-513.5%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 9.0 (2015−2016)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and HD Graphics 530
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.
HD Graphics 530
The HD Graphics 530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in September 1 2015. It features the Generation 9.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm+ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the HD Graphics 530's 3,311 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 513.5%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the HD Graphics 530 uses Generation 9.0, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm+. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 192 (HD Graphics 530). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 0.3648 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 530). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 950 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312+513% | 3,311 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Generation 9.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm+ |
| Shading Units | 4864+2433% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.2 TFLOPS+4341% | 0.3648 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+75% | 950 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+2567% | 3 |
| TMUs | 152+533% | 24 |
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 HD Graphics 530 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 HD Graphics 530 has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12 (HD Graphics 530). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+7% | 4.3 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs Quick Sync (Skylake) (HD Graphics 530). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs Gen 9. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs H.264,HEVC (8-bit),VP8 (HD Graphics 530).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | Quick Sync (Skylake) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | Gen 9 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | H.264,HEVC (8-bit),VP8 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the HD Graphics 530's 15W — a 172.1% difference. The HD Graphics 530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1W (HD Graphics 530). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 15W-93% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6 | 220.7+117% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the HD Graphics 530 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The HD Graphics 530 costs 100+% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs Infinity (HD Graphics 530) — the HD Graphics 530 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | HD Graphics 530 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5 | Infinity |
| Codename | GA104 | Skylake GT2 |
| Release | December 1 2020 | September 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #73 | #887 |
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