GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs Radeon HD 5830

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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This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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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.

Why is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than Radeon HD 5830?

Comparing the powerful GeForce RTX 3060 Ti to the legacy flagship Radeon HD 5830 highlights more than fifteen years of astronomical GPU progress. The RTX 3060 Ti is more than 3000% faster, representing the jump from the absolute height of 2010 graphics power to an iconic engine that masters 1440p Ultra and introduces world-class Ray Tracing depth.

Technically, these two share no ground. The RTX 3060 Ti features 8GB of dedicated fast memory and specialized hardware for Ray Tracing and DLSS support. The Radeon HD 5830 remains a robust piece of hardware history, but it lacks the core count and feature set—like modern Path Tracing—needed for uncompromised graphics in 2026. Moving from any legacy flagship device to a 30-series discrete engine is a life-changing improvement for most enthusiasts seeking uncompromised speed.

There is no contest here; the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the absolute winner. it provides a level of detail and speed that turns the most demanding games into fluid, immersive experiences. The Radeon HD 5830 is now strictly piece of hardware history. If you are looking to revitalize your PC experience with a performance boost that is truly night and day, the 30-series discrete card is the superior and definitive choice.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly newer (2020 vs 2010). 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 Radeon HD 5830 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 1076.8% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (8 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 5830.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1076.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1076.8%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
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 (280mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $280 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 26.1% better value per dollar than the Radeon HD 5830.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+26.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)	✅More affordable ($30)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and Radeon HD 5830

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.

Radeon HD 5830

The Radeon HD 5830 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 1120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,726 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the Radeon HD 5830's 1,726 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 1076.8%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the Radeon HD 5830 uses TeraScale 2, both on 8 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1,120 (Radeon HD 5830). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1.792 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 5830).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
G3D Mark Score	20,312+1077%	1,726
Architecture	Ampere	TeraScale 2
Process Node	8 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	4864+334%	1120
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS+804%	1.792 TFLOPS
ROPs	80+400%	16
TMUs	152+171%	56
L1 Cache	4.8 MB+4264%	0.11 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+700%	0.5 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 Radeon HD 5830 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
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	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 5830 has 1 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 128 GB/s (Radeon HD 5830) — a 250% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon HD 5830) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+700%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s+250%	128 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB+700%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 11.2 (Radeon HD 5830). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)+7%	11.2
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs UVD 2.2 (Radeon HD 5830). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs UVD 2.2.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	UVD 2.2
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	UVD 2.2
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the Radeon HD 5830's 175W — a 13.3% difference. The Radeon HD 5830 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 500W (Radeon HD 5830). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 280mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon HD 5830
TDP	200W	175W-13%
Recommended PSU	600W	500W-17%
Power Connector	8-pin	2x 6-pin
Length	242mm	280mm
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	101.6+926%	9.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the Radeon HD 5830 launched at $239 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 5830 costs 89.3% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 57.5 (Radeon HD 5830) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 26.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2010).