GeForce RTX 3060 vs TITAN RTX
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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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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The TITAN RTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 18.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (24 GB vs 12 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-18.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+18.2%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| 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 $1,203.96 for the TITAN RTX, it costs 76% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 252.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+252.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($289) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,203.96) |
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 TITAN RTX
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.
TITAN RTX
The TITAN RTX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 18 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1770 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 280W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 72 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,095 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the TITAN RTX's 20,095 — the TITAN RTX leads by 18.2%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the TITAN RTX uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4,608 (TITAN RTX). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 16.31 TFLOPS (TITAN RTX). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1770 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 72 (TITAN RTX) with 112 Tensor cores vs 576.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995 | 20,095+18% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584 | 4608+29% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS | 16.31 TFLOPS+28% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz | 1770 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 112 | 288+157% |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB | 4.5 MB+29% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB+100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28 | 72+157% |
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 576+414% |
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 TITAN RTX relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the TITAN RTX has 24 GB. The TITAN RTX offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 672 GB/s (TITAN RTX) — a 86.7% advantage for the TITAN RTX. Bus width: 192-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 6 MB (TITAN RTX) — the TITAN RTX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 24 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | 672 GB/s+87% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 384-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12 Ultimate (TITAN RTX). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC (7th Gen) (TITAN RTX). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC (4th Gen). Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (TITAN RTX).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC (7th Gen) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC (4th Gen) |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the TITAN RTX's 280W — a 48.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (TITAN RTX). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W-39% | 280W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W-15% | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 116mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-6% | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+39% | 71.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the TITAN RTX launched at $2499 and now averages $1203.96. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 76% less ($915 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 16.7 (TITAN RTX) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 252.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | TITAN RTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-87% | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289-76% | $1203.96 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+252% | 16.7 |
| Codename | GA106 | TU102 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | December 18 2018 |
| Ranking | #114 | #91 |
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