GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs P102-100

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

#1

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 P102-100

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

99%

#88

Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

98%

#89

Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

97%

#90

Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

93%

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

91%

#186

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2686%

#201

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

100%

#203

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#206

FirePro V3900

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

96%

#207

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700B

MSRP: $119|Avg: $89

96%

#208

Tesla K8

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

93%

#210

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

92%

#211

FirePro M4150

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

92%

#212

FirePro V4900

MSRP: $200|Avg: $47

92%

#213

GRID K160Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $30

91%

#215

Quadro

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

91%

#216

FirePro W5000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 515.3% 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 P102-100.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+515.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-515.3%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))
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	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $80), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 75.8% better value per dollar than the P102-100.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+75.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)	✅More affordable ($80)

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

P102-100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and P102-100

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.

P102-100

The P102-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 12 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1582 MHz to 1683 MHz. It has 3200 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,301 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the P102-100's 3,301 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 515.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the P102-100 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 3,200 (P102-100). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 10.77 TFLOPS (P102-100). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1683 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
G3D Mark Score	20,312+515%	3,301
Architecture	Ampere	Pascal
Process Node	8 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	4864+52%	3200
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS+50%	10.77 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	1683 MHz+1%
ROPs	80	80
TMUs	152	200+32%
L1 Cache	4.8 MB+300%	1.2 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+60%	2.5 MB

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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 P102-100 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the P102-100 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 2.5 MB (P102-100) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+300%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB+60%	2.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12_1 (P102-100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12_1
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the P102-100's 250W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 350W (P102-100). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	P102-100
TDP	200W-20%	250W
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	267mm
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	101.6+670%	13.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the P102-100 launched at $600 and now averages $80. The P102-100 costs 71.4% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 41.3 (P102-100) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 75.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).