GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs Radeon Pro Vega 64
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 Radeon Pro Vega 64
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 Radeon Pro Vega 64 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 57.6% 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 Radeon Pro Vega 64.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+57.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-57.6%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020)) |
| 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 Radeon Pro Vega 64 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $114 versus $280 for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, it costs 59% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 55.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+55.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280) | ✅More affordable ($114) |
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 Radeon Pro Vega 64
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 Pro Vega 64
The Radeon Pro Vega 64 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2017. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1250 MHz to 1350 MHz. It has 4096 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,891 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the Radeon Pro Vega 64's 12,891 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 57.6%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the Radeon Pro Vega 64 uses GCN 5.0, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 4,096 (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 11.06 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1350 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312+58% | 12,891 |
| Architecture | Ampere | GCN 5.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 4864+19% | 4096 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.2 TFLOPS+46% | 11.06 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+23% | 1350 MHz |
| ROPs | 80+25% | 64 |
| TMUs | 152 | 256+68% |
| L1 Cache | 4.8 MB+380% | 1 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 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 Radeon Pro Vega 64 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon Pro Vega 64 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 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12.1 (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs VCE 4.0 (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs UVD 7.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon Pro Vega 64).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | VCE 4.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | UVD 7.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the Radeon Pro Vega 64's 250W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1W (Radeon Pro Vega 64). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-20% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6+97% | 51.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the Radeon Pro Vega 64 launched at $599 and now averages $114. The Radeon Pro Vega 64 costs 59.3% less ($166 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 113.1 (Radeon Pro Vega 64) — the Radeon Pro Vega 64 offers 56% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | Radeon Pro Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399-33% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $114-59% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5 | 113.1+56% |
| Codename | GA104 | Vega 10 |
| Release | December 1 2020 | June 27 2017 |
| Ranking | #73 | #202 |
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