GeForce RTX 3060
VS
Radeon HD 6770M

GeForce RTX 3060 vs Radeon HD 6770M

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060

2021Core: 1320 MHzBoost: 1777 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon HD 6770M

2011Core: 725 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060

#15
Radeon RX 6500 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
109%
#16
GeForce RTX 3070
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
108%
#17
Radeon RX 6700
MSRP: $379|Avg: $300
107%
#18
Radeon RX 6600 XT
MSRP: $379|Avg: $170
105%
#19
Radeon RX590 GME
MSRP: $173|Avg: $115
105%
#20
Radeon RX 6650 XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $230
104%
#21
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
103%
#22
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
MSRP: $169|Avg: $179
102%
#23
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
MSRP: $249|Avg: $209
102%
#24
Radeon RX 6600 LE
MSRP: $329|Avg: $160
102%
#25
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
101%
#26
Radeon RX 7700 XT
MSRP: $449|Avg: $380
101%
#27
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $380
101%
#28
Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB
MSRP: $269|Avg: $318
100%
#29
Radeon RX 6700 XT
MSRP: $479|Avg: $230
100%
#30
GeForce RTX 3060
MSRP: $329|Avg: $289
100%
#31
Radeon RX 7400
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
100%
#32
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
99%
#33
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
98%
#34
Radeon RX 5300
MSRP: $129|Avg: $50
96%
#35
GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
MSRP: $150|Avg: $77
95%
#36
Radeon RX 6400
MSRP: $159|Avg: $139
95%
#37
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
MSRP: $599|Avg: $330
94%
#38
Arc A750
MSRP: $289|Avg: $229
94%
#39
Radeon RX 6800
MSRP: $579|Avg: $370
93%
#40
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
MSRP: $329|Avg: $280
92%
#41
Radeon RX 6750 XT
MSRP: $549|Avg: $320
92%
#42
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
MSRP: $799|Avg: $590
91%
#43
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB
MSRP: $429|Avg: $429
90%
#44
GeForce RTX 5070
MSRP: $549|Avg: $550
89%
#45
Radeon RX 7600 XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $330
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 6770M

#43
Radeon RX 8060S
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
100%
#47
Radeon RX 6700S
MSRP: $479|Avg: $300
98%
#154
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
338%
#156
306%
#157
306%
#161
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
278%
#162
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
276%
#164
Radeon HD 6770M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#172
GeForce GT 540M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
98%
#177
GeForce GTX 860M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
96%
#179
Radeon R9 360
MSRP: $99|Avg: $55
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3060 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2011). 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 Radeon HD 6770M 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 1663% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 6770M.

InsightGeForce RTX 3060Radeon HD 6770M
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1663%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1663%)
Longevity
🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
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

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 HD 6770M

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

Radeon HD 6770M

The Radeon HD 6770M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 964 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Radeon HD 6770M's 964 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 1663%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Radeon HD 6770M uses TeraScale 2, both on 8 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 480 (Radeon HD 6770M). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.696 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 6770M).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3060Radeon HD 6770M
G3D Mark Score
16,995+1663%
964
Architecture
Ampere
TeraScale 2
Process Node
8 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
3584+647%
480
Compute (TFLOPS)
12.74 TFLOPS+1730%
0.696 TFLOPS
ROPs
48+500%
8
TMUs
112+367%
24
L1 Cache
3.5 MB+6900%
0.05 MB
L2 Cache
3 MB+1100%
0.25 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 Radeon HD 6770M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3060Radeon HD 6770M
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 6770M has 1 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon HD 6770M) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3060Radeon HD 6770M
VRAM Capacity
12 GB+1100%
1 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
360 GB/s
System
Bus Width
192-bit
System
L2 Cache
3 MB+1100%
0.25 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Radeon HD 6770M's 35W — a 131.7% difference. The Radeon HD 6770M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (Radeon HD 6770M). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3060Radeon HD 6770M
TDP
170W
35W-79%
Recommended PSU
550W
350W-36%
Power Connector
8-pin
1x 6-pin
Length
242mm
Height
112mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
75
Perf/Watt
100.0+264%
27.5
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2011).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3060Radeon HD 6770M
MSRP
$329
Avg Price (30d)
$289
Codename
GA106
Whistler
Release
January 12 2021
January 4 2011
Ranking
#114
#896