GeForce RTX 3060 vs GeForce MX250
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX250
Why is GeForce RTX 3060 better than GeForce MX250?
Comparing the entry-level GeForce MX250 to the desktop GeForce RTX 3060 Ti reveals a massive gulf between ultra-mobile graphics and high-performance gaming. The MX250 was designed for thin-and-light laptops to provide basic media acceleration and very light 720p gaming. In contrast, the RTX 3060 Ti is a desktop powerhouse that delivers roughly 1200% more raw performance, transitioning from a chip that struggles with basic tasks to one that masters 1440p Ultra with ease.
The architectural gap is immense. The RTX 3060 Ti features 8GB of GDDR6 memory, 2nd Gen RT cores, and support for DLSS 3, which can boost smoothness significantly. The MX250 is limited to just 2GB of VRAM and lacks any specialized hardware for ray tracing or AI upscaling. For anyone moving from an MX250-based laptop to an RTX 3060 Ti desktop, the difference is night and day, transforming once-unplayable AAA titles into fluid, cinematic experiences.
There is no contest here; the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the absolute winner. It provides the necessary horsepower for modern gaming, streaming, and creative work in 2026. The MX250 is strictly for basic office productivity on legacy portable machines and offers no modern gaming capability. If you are looking for a real gaming experience, the RTX 3060 Ti is the definitive choice that will completely revitalize your digital experience.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 615.6% 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 MX250.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+615.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-615.6%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 271.4% better value per dollar than the GeForce MX250.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+271.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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 MX250
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 MX250
The GeForce MX250 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,375 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the GeForce MX250's 2,375 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 615.6%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the GeForce MX250 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 384 (GeForce MX250). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce MX250). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1038 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+616% | 2,375 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+833% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+1498% | 0.7972 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+71% | 1038 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 112+367% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+2400% | 0.14 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+500% | 0.5 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 MX250 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 MX250 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 48 GB/s (GeForce MX250) — a 650% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce MX250) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+500% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s+650% | 48 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+500% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce MX250). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs None (GeForce MX250). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 3rd Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce MX250).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | None |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 3rd Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the GeForce MX250's 10W — a 177.8% difference. The GeForce MX250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (GeForce MX250). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 10W-94% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 242mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0 | 237.5+138% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the GeForce MX250 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce MX250 costs 48.1% less ($139 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 15.8 (GeForce MX250) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 272.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce MX250 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $150-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $150-48% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+272% | 15.8 |
| Codename | GA106 | GP108B |
| Release | January 12 2021 | February 20 2019 |
| Ranking | #114 | #643 |
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