GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs Radeon RX Vega 8

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.•
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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%

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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%

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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 RX Vega 8?

The comparison between Radeon RX Vega 8 and the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti serves as a clear demonstration of the gap between popular integrated graphics and high-performance dedicated desktop hardware. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is a versatile iGPU found in budget-friendly mobile and desktop processors, while the RTX 3060 Ti is a 2020 powerhouse from the Ampere generation legendary for its 1080p and 1440p performance.\n\nTechnically, the RTX 3060 Ti is in a different universe, providing roughly 20 to 25 times the shader performance and featuring its own dedicated high-speed VRAM. The Vega 8 relies on sharing system memory, which is significantly slower and limited in capacity. While the Radeon RX Vega 8 is impressive for its ability to provide basic gaming for casual users, it lacks any of the modern features like Ray Tracing cores or AI-powered DLSS found on the RTX card.\n\nUltimately, there is no contest for any serious gamer or creative professional. The Radeon RX Vega 8 remains a reliable solution for budget PCs and multimedia centers, but the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the definitive choice for high-fidelity gaming and demanding workflows, offering a level of performance that makes integrated solutions look like calculators by comparison.

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 1219% 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 RX Vega 8.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon RX Vega 8
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1219%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1219%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
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.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

Radeon RX Vega 8 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and Radeon RX Vega 8

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 RX Vega 8

The Radeon RX Vega 8 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1190 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,540 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the Radeon RX Vega 8's 1,540 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 1219%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the Radeon RX Vega 8 uses GCN 5.0, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 512 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1190 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon RX Vega 8
G3D Mark Score	20,312+1219%	1,540
Architecture	Ampere	GCN 5.0
Process Node	8 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	4864+850%	512
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+40%	1190 MHz
ROPs	80+900%	8
TMUs	152+375%	32

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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 RX Vega 8 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon RX Vega 8
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 RX Vega 8 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	Radeon RX Vega 8
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR6	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	System
Bus Width	256-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon RX Vega 8
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs VCN 1.0 (Radeon RX Vega 8). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs VCN 1.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega 8).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon RX Vega 8
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	VCN 1.0
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	VCN 1.0
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the Radeon RX Vega 8's 15W — a 172.1% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega 8). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	Radeon RX Vega 8
TDP	200W	15W-93%
Recommended PSU	600W	1W-100%
Power Connector	8-pin	Integrated
Length	242mm	—
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	101.6	102.7+1%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the Radeon RX Vega 8 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon RX Vega 8 costs 100+% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs Infinity (Radeon RX Vega 8) — the Radeon RX Vega 8 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2018).