GeForce RTX 3060 vs Quadro P600
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
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 uses modern memory architecture. 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 Quadro P600 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 412.2% 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 Quadro P600.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+412.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-412.2%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 6.3% better value per dollar than the Quadro P600.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+6.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 P600
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 P600
The Quadro P600 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1430 MHz to 1620 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,318 points. Launch price was $178.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Quadro P600's 3,318 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 412.2%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Quadro P600 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 384 (Quadro P600). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 1.244 TFLOPS (Quadro P600). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1620 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+412% | 3,318 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+833% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+924% | 1.244 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+10% | 1620 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 112+367% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+2400% | 0.14 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 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 P600 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 P600 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 1 MB (Quadro P600) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+500% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+200% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12_1 (Quadro P600). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC 6th Gen (Quadro P600). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 4th Gen.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC 6th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 4th Gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Quadro P600's 40W — a 123.8% difference. The Quadro P600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (Quadro P600). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 40W-76% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 145mm |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+20% | 83.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Quadro P600 launched at $0 and now averages $60. The Quadro P600 costs 79.2% less ($229 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 55.3 (Quadro P600) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 6.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro P600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $60-79% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+6% | 55.3 |
| Codename | GA106 | GP107 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | February 7 2017 |
| Ranking | #114 | #558 |
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