GeForce RTX 3060 vs Quadro P4200
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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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P4200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 63.8% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P4200.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+63.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-63.8%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro P4200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $110 versus $289 for the GeForce RTX 3060, it costs 62% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 60.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+60.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($110) |
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 Quadro P4200
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.
Quadro P4200
The Quadro P4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1227 MHz to 1647 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,376 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Quadro P4200's 10,376 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 63.8%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Quadro P4200 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,304 (Quadro P4200). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 7.589 TFLOPS (Quadro P4200). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1647 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+64% | 10,376 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+56% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+68% | 7.589 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+8% | 1647 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 112 | 144+29% |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+317% | 0.84 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 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 Quadro P4200 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro P4200 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2 MB (Quadro P4200) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12 (Quadro P4200). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC 6th Gen (Quadro P4200). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 3rd Gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs H.265,H.264,VP9 (Quadro P4200).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC 6th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 3rd Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Quadro P4200's 100W — a 51.9% difference. The Quadro P4200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 500W (Quadro P4200). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 105mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 100W-41% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 500W-9% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 105mm |
| Height | 112mm | 82mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-6% | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0 | 103.8+4% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Quadro P4200 launched at $1200 and now averages $110. The Quadro P4200 costs 61.9% less ($179 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 94.3 (Quadro P4200) — the Quadro P4200 offers 60.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P4200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-73% | $1200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $110-62% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8 | 94.3+60% |
| Codename | GA106 | GP104 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | February 21 2018 |
| Ranking | #114 | #266 |
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