GeForce RTX 3060 vs Tesla T4
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 T4
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 67.4% 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 T4.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+67.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-67.4%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $289 versus $1,000 for the Tesla T4, it costs 71% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 479.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+479.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($289) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000) |
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 T4
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 T4
The Tesla T4 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 585 MHz to 1590 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,153 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Tesla T4's 10,153 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 67.4%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Tesla T4 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,560 (Tesla T4). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 8.141 TFLOPS (Tesla T4). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1590 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 40 (Tesla T4) with 112 Tensor cores vs 320.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+67% | 10,153 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+40% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+56% | 8.141 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+12% | 1590 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 112 | 160+43% |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+40% | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28 | 40+43% |
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 320+186% |
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 T4 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 T4 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. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4 MB (Tesla T4) — the Tesla T4 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12 Ultimate (Tesla T4). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC (Turing) (Tesla T4). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 (Tesla T4).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC (Turing) |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Tesla T4's 70W — a 83.3% difference. The Tesla T4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 500W (Tesla T4). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 76°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W | 70W-59% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 500W-9% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 168mm |
| Height | 112mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-1% | 76°C |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0 | 145.0+45% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the Tesla T4 launched at $1880 and now averages $1000. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 71.1% less ($711 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 10.2 (Tesla T4) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 476.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-83% | $1880 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289-71% | $1000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+476% | 10.2 |
| Codename | GA106 | TU104 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | September 13 2018 |
| Ranking | #114 | #260 |
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