GeForce RTX 3060 vs Quadro RTX 4000
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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 Quadro RTX 4000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 13.9% 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 RTX 4000.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+13.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-13.9%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| 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 RTX 4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $220 versus $289 for the GeForce RTX 3060, it costs 24% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 15.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+15.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($220) |
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 RTX 4000
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 RTX 4000
The Quadro RTX 4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 13 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1005 MHz to 1545 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,925 points. Launch price was $899.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Quadro RTX 4000's 14,925 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 13.9%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Quadro RTX 4000 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,304 (Quadro RTX 4000). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 7.119 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 4000). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1545 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 36 (Quadro RTX 4000) with 112 Tensor cores vs 288.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+14% | 14,925 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+56% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+79% | 7.119 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+15% | 1545 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 112 | 144+29% |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+52% | 2.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28 | 36+29% |
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 288+157% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Quadro RTX 4000 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro RTX 4000 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 448 GB/s (Quadro RTX 4000) — a 24.4% advantage for the Quadro RTX 4000. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4 MB (Quadro RTX 4000) — the Quadro RTX 4000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | 448 GB/s+24% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (Quadro RTX 4000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC 7.0 (Quadro RTX 4000). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs PureVideo HD VP10. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro RTX 4000).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC 7.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | PureVideo HD VP10 |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Quadro RTX 4000's 160W — a 6.1% difference. The Quadro RTX 4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 500W (Quadro RTX 4000). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 160W-6% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 500W-9% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 241mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-6% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+7% | 93.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Quadro RTX 4000 launched at $899 and now averages $220. The Quadro RTX 4000 costs 23.9% less ($69 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 67.8 (Quadro RTX 4000) — the Quadro RTX 4000 offers 15.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Quadro RTX 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-63% | $899 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $220-24% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8 | 67.8+15% |
| Codename | GA106 | TU104 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | November 13 2018 |
| Ranking | #114 | #154 |
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