GeForce RTX 3060 vs GeForce GTX 760M

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.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

109%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

108%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

107%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

105%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

105%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

104%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

103%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

102%

#23

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

102%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

102%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

101%

#26

Radeon RX 7700 XT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

101%

#27

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $380

101%

#28

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB

MSRP: $269|Avg: $318

100%

#29

Radeon RX 6700 XT

MSRP: $479|Avg: $230

100%

#30

GeForce RTX 3060

MSRP: $329|Avg: $289

100%

#31

Radeon RX 7400

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

100%

#32

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

99%

#33

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

98%

#34

Radeon RX 5300

MSRP: $129|Avg: $50

96%

#35

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti

MSRP: $150|Avg: $77

95%

#36

Radeon RX 6400

MSRP: $159|Avg: $139

95%

#37

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

MSRP: $599|Avg: $330

94%

#38

Arc A750

MSRP: $289|Avg: $229

94%

#39

Radeon RX 6800

MSRP: $579|Avg: $370

93%

#40

GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

MSRP: $329|Avg: $280

92%

#41

Radeon RX 6750 XT

MSRP: $549|Avg: $320

92%

#42

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

MSRP: $799|Avg: $590

91%

#43

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB

MSRP: $429|Avg: $429

90%

#44

GeForce RTX 5070

MSRP: $549|Avg: $550

89%

#45

Radeon RX 7600 XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $330

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 760M

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#87

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

252%

#89

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

228%

#90

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

227%

#94

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

207%

#95

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

205%

#97

GeForce GTX 760M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#100

GeForce 945M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $98

98%

#103

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

96%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

95%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

95%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Why is GeForce RTX 3060 better than GeForce GTX 760M?

Comparing the GeForce GTX 760M to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti illustrates nearly a decade of rapid GPU evolution between mobile and desktop platforms. The GTX 760M was a mid-range mobile GPU for gaming laptops in 2013, based on the Kepler architecture. The RTX 3060 Ti is a 2020 desktop powerhouse from the Ampere generation.\n\nThe performance difference is monumental. The RTX 3060 Ti delivers roughly 12-15 times more compute power and introduces entire categories of technology—like Ray Tracing and AI processing—that didn't exist when the GTX 760M launched. With 8GB of modern VRAM and a much more advanced architecture, the RTX card can run any modern title at ultra settings, whereas the GTX 760M lacks the hardware and driver support necessary to even launch many current games.\n\nUltimately, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the only choice for a modern performance experience. The GTX 760M served its purpose in high-end laptops over ten years ago, but it is now outclassed even by modern budget integrated graphics. The transition to an RTX 30-series card provides a revolutionary increase in resolution, fidelity, and overall system capability.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 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 GTX 760M 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 884.6% 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 GTX 760M.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060	GeForce GTX 760M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+884.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-884.6%)
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 RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 36.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 760M.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3060	GeForce GTX 760M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+36.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
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.

GeForce RTX 3060 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 and GeForce GTX 760M

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 GTX 760M

The GeForce GTX 760M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 657 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,726 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the GeForce GTX 760M's 1,726 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 884.6%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 760M uses Kepler, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 760M). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760M). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 657 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	GeForce GTX 760M
G3D Mark Score	16,995+885%	1,726
Architecture	Ampere	Kepler
Process Node	8 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	3584+367%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.74 TFLOPS+1163%	1.009 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1777 MHz+170%	657 MHz
ROPs	48+200%	16
TMUs	112+75%	64
L1 Cache	3.5 MB+5733%	0.06 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+1100%	0.25 MB

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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 GTX 760M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	GeForce GTX 760M
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2.0	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 760M has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 80 GB/s (GeForce GTX 760M) — a 350% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GTX 760M) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	GeForce GTX 760M
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+500%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	360 GB/s+350%	80 GB/s
Bus Width	192-bit+50%	128-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB+1100%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the GeForce GTX 760M's 55W — a 102.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 760M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 760M). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	GeForce GTX 760M
TDP	170W	55W-68%
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	8-pin	1x 6-pin
Length	242mm	—
Height	112mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	100.0+218%	31.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 760M costs 86.2% less ($249 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 43.1 (GeForce GTX 760M) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 36.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2013).