GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs Iris Plus Graphics
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 is significantly newer (2020 vs 0). 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 Iris Plus Graphics 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 1035.4% 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 Iris Plus Graphics.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1035.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1035.4%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Generation 11.0 (2019−2021) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| 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 $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 62.2% better value per dollar than the Iris Plus Graphics.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+62.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 Iris Plus Graphics
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.
Iris Plus Graphics
The Iris Plus Graphics is manufactured by Intel. It was released in sem dados. It features the Generation 11.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,789 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the Iris Plus Graphics's 1,789 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 1035.4%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the Iris Plus Graphics uses Generation 11.0, both on 8 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 512 (Iris Plus Graphics). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1.024 TFLOPS (Iris Plus Graphics). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1000 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312+1035% | 1,789 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Generation 11.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 4864+850% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.2 TFLOPS+1482% | 1.024 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+67% | 1000 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+900% | 8 |
| TMUs | 152+375% | 32 |
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 Iris Plus Graphics relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Iris Plus Graphics 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 | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| 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_1 (Iris Plus Graphics). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs QuickSync.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | QuickSync |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the Iris Plus Graphics's 15W — a 172.1% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 242mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 15W-93% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 242mm | 1mm |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6 | 119.3+17% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the Iris Plus Graphics launched at $100 and now averages $40. The Iris Plus Graphics costs 85.7% less ($240 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 44.7 (Iris Plus Graphics) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 62.2% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Iris Plus Graphics |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $100-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $40-86% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5+62% | 44.7 |
| Codename | GA104 | Ice Lake GT2 |
| Release | December 1 2020 | sem dados |
| Ranking | #73 | #714 |
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