GeForce RTX 3060 vs Tesla T10
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 Tesla T10
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3060 is significantly newer (2021 vs 0). 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 Tesla T10 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 35.3% 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 Tesla T10.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+35.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-35.3%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| 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 | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $975 for the Tesla T10, it costs 70% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 356.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+356.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($289) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($975) |
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 Tesla T10
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.
Tesla T10
The Tesla T10 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in sem dados. It features the Turing architecture. The boost clock speed is 1560 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 260W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,558 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Tesla T10's 12,558 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 35.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Tesla T10 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4,608 (Tesla T10). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 14.38 TFLOPS (Tesla T10). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1560 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+35% | 12,558 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584 | 4608+29% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS | 14.38 TFLOPS+13% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+14% | 1560 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 112 | 288+157% |
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 Tesla T10 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla T10 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (Tesla T10). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 7th Gen NVENC (Tesla T10). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Tesla T10).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | 7th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Tesla T10's 260W — a 41.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 500W (Tesla T10). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W-35% | 260W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 500W-9% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+107% | 48.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Tesla T10 launched at $2000 and now averages $975. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 70.4% less ($686 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.9 (Tesla T10) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 355.8% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T10 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-84% | $2000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289-70% | $975 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+356% | 12.9 |
| Codename | GA106 | TU102 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | sem dados |
| Ranking | #114 | #213 |
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