GeForce RTX 3060 vs Radeon RX 7500
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 RX 7500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 807.4% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (12 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 7500.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+807.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-807.4%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) / 7nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $229), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 619% better value per dollar than the Radeon RX 7500.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+619%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅More affordable ($229) |
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 RX 7500
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 RX 7500
The Radeon RX 7500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2021. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1941 MHz to 2450 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,873 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Radeon RX 7500's 1,873 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 807.4%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Radeon RX 7500 uses RDNA 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,304 (Radeon RX 7500). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 11.29 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7500). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 2450 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 36 (Radeon RX 7500) with 112 Tensor cores.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+807% | 1,873 |
| Architecture | Ampere | RDNA 2.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+56% | 2304 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+13% | 11.29 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz | 2450 MHz+38% |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 112 | 144+29% |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+600% | 0.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28 | 36+29% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7500 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. 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.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 RX 7500 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| 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 RX 7500 has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 216 GB/s (Radeon RX 7500) — a 66.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 192-bit vs 96-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+2300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s+67% | 216 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+100% | 96-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Radeon RX 7500's 175W — a 2.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 350W (Radeon RX 7500). Power connectors: 8-pin vs None.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W-3% | 175W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | None |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+835% | 10.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Radeon RX 7500 launched at $229 and now averages $229. The Radeon RX 7500 costs 20.8% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 8.2 (Radeon RX 7500) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 617.1% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon RX 7500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $229-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $229-21% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+617% | 8.2 |
| Codename | GA106 | Navi 22 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | June 9 2021 |
| Ranking | #114 | #90 |
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