GeForce RTX 3060 vs GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
GeForce RTX 3060
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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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2013). The GeForce RTX 3060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 413.3% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (12 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+413.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-413.3%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $289 for the GeForce RTX 3060, it costs 86% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 40.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+40.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 and GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 8 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 926 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition's 3,311 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 413.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition uses Kepler, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 384 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.7112 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+413% | 3,311 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Kepler |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+833% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+1691% | 0.7112 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 112+250% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+11567% | 0.03 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+1100% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| 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 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+500% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+1100% | 0.25 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC (1st Gen) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition's 50W — a 109.1% difference. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 50W-71% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+51% | 66.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition launched at $149 and now averages $40. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition costs 86.2% less ($249 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 82.8 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) — the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition offers 40.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $149-55% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $40-86% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8 | 82.8+41% |
| Codename | GA106 | GK107 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | November 8 2013 |
| Ranking | #114 | #735 |
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