GeForce RTX 3060 vs Radeon Vega 6
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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Why is GeForce RTX 3060 better than Radeon Vega 6?
The matchup between Radeon Vega 6 and the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti demonstrates the gap between entry-level integrated laptop graphics and high-performance dedicated desktop hardware. The Radeon Vega 6 is an iGPU found in budget-friendly mobile processors, designed for everyday tasks and very light eSports gaming. The RTX 3060 Ti is a mid-to-high-end desktop legend built for serious 1440p gaming.\n\nTechnically, the RTX 3060 Ti is in a different universe, providing roughly 15 to 20 times the shader performance and featuring its own dedicated high-speed VRAM. The Vega 6 relies on sharing system memory, which is significantly slower and limited in capacity. While the Radeon Vega 6 is impressive for its ability to provide basic gaming on the go, it lacks any of the modern features like Ray Tracing cores or AI upscaling Found on the RTX card.\n\nUltimately, there is no contest for any serious gamer or creative professional. The Radeon Vega 6 serves its purpose well in thin-and-light laptops for light use, but the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the definitive choice for high-fidelity gaming and demanding workflows, offering a level of performance that makes integrated solutions look like calculators by comparison.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1198.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (12 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Vega 6.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon Vega 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1198.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1198.3%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | GCN 5.1 (2018−2022) (7nm) |
| 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 Vega 6
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 Vega 6
The Radeon Vega 6 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 13 2021. It features the GCN 5.1 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1900 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,309 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Radeon Vega 6's 1,309 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 1198.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Radeon Vega 6 uses GCN 5.1, both on 8 nm vs 7 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 448 (Radeon Vega 6). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 1.702 TFLOPS (Radeon Vega 6). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1900 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon Vega 6 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+1198% | 1,309 |
| Architecture | Ampere | GCN 5.1 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 7 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+700% | 448 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+649% | 1.702 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz | 1900 MHz+7% |
| ROPs | 48+500% | 8 |
| TMUs | 112+300% | 28 |
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 Vega 6 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon Vega 6 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Vega 6 has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon Vega 6 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Radeon Vega 6's 45W — a 116.3% difference. The Radeon Vega 6 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 1W (Radeon Vega 6). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon Vega 6 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 45W-74% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+244% | 29.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Radeon Vega 6 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon Vega 6 costs 100+% less ($289 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs Infinity (Radeon Vega 6) — the Radeon Vega 6 offers Infinity% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Radeon Vega 6 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8 | Infinity |
| Codename | GA106 | Cezanne |
| Release | January 12 2021 | April 13 2021 |
| Ranking | #114 | #601 |
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