GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
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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
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2439% 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 UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H).
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2439%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2439%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm) |
| 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 | — |
💎 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
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.
UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in March 30 2021. It features the Gen. 12 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 16 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 800 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)'s 800 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 2439%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) uses Gen. 12, both on 8 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 16 (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1450 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,312+2439% | 800 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Gen. 12 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 4864+30300% | 16 |
| Boost Clock | 1665 MHz+15% | 1450 MHz |
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 UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) 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 | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (12_1) (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs Quick Sync 8 (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs Quick Sync 8. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | Quick Sync 8 |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | Quick Sync 8 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)'s 15W — a 172.1% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1W (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 15W-93% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 101.6+91% | 53.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $280, while the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) launched at $0 and now averages $0. The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) costs 100+% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)) — the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.5 | Infinity |
| Codename | GA104 | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | December 1 2020 | March 30 2021 |
| Ranking | #73 | #917 |
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