GeForce RTX 3060 vs Radeon 8060S
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
Performance Per Dollar Radeon 8060S
Why is Radeon 8060S better than GeForce RTX 3060?
Comparing the integrated Radeon 8060S to the desktop GeForce RTX 3060 Ti reveals the massive divide between mobile efficiency and high-end gaming muscle. While the Radeon 8060S is a powerful next-gen integrated solution comparable to entry-level mobile discrete GPUs, the RTX 3060 Ti delivers roughly 200-250% more raw compute performance. This is the jump from a fast office laptop to a dedicated 1440p powerhouse.
Technically, the RTX 3060 Ti features its own 8GB of fast VRAM and specialized hardware for Ray Tracing and DLSS support. The Radeon 8060S shares system RAM and is optimized for ultra-efficient productivity and light gaming in modern thin-and-light notebooks. Moving from any device with integrated graphics to an RTX 3060 Ti desktop is a transformative upgrade, turning playable 1080p settings into silk-smooth cinematic visuals for any application in 2026.
There is no contest; the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the absolute winner. it provides a level of detail and speed that turns the most demanding games into fluid, immersive experiences. The Radeon 8060S is the winner for those who need mobility and modern media support in a slim laptop without a dedicated GPU. If you are looking to revitalize your PC experience with a performance boost that is truly world-class, the 30-series desktop card is the superior and definitive choice.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon 8060S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce RTX 3060 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.8%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.5 / 4nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ⚠️ Potential Buffer Bottleneck |
| 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. Priced at $289 versus $800 for the Radeon 8060S, it costs 64% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 161.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+161.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($289) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800) |
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 Radeon 8060S
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.
Radeon 8060S
The Radeon 8060S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,989 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Radeon 8060S's 17,989 — the Radeon 8060S leads by 5.8%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Radeon 8060S uses RDNA 3.5, both on 8 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,560 (Radeon 8060S). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 14.85 TFLOPS (Radeon 8060S). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 2900 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 40 (Radeon 8060S) with 112 Tensor cores.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995 | 17,989+6% |
| Architecture | Ampere | RDNA 3.5 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+40% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS | 14.85 TFLOPS+17% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz | 2900 MHz+63% |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 112 | 160+43% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 8 MB+167% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28 | 40+43% |
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 Radeon 8060S relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon 8060S has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 256 GB/s (Max) (Radeon 8060S) — a 40.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 192-bit vs System Shared. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 8 MB (Radeon 8060S) — the Radeon 8060S has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | none |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | LPDDR5X (Shared) |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s+41% | 256 GB/s (Max) |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | System Shared |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 8 MB+167% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (Radeon 8060S). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs VCN 4.5 (Radeon 8060S). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs VCN 4.5. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon 8060S).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | VCN 4.5 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | VCN 4.5 |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Radeon 8060S's 55W — a 102.2% difference. The Radeon 8060S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (Radeon 8060S). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 55W-68% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0 | 327.1+227% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Radeon 8060S launched at $800 and now averages $800. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 63.9% less ($511 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 22.5 (Radeon 8060S) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 161.3% better value. The Radeon 8060S is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2021).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon 8060S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-59% | $800 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289-64% | $800 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+161% | 22.5 |
| Codename | GA106 | Strix Halo |
| Release | January 12 2021 | January 6 2025 |
| Ranking | #114 | #98 |
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