TITAN RTX vs 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
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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 | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+18.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-18.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 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 | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+252.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,203.96) | ✅More affordable ($289) |
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 TITAN RTX and GeForce RTX 3060
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the TITAN RTX scores 20,095 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the TITAN RTX leads by 18.2%. The TITAN RTX is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (TITAN RTX) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 16.31 TFLOPS (TITAN RTX) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1770 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 72 RT cores (TITAN RTX) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 576 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,095+18% | 16,995 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 4608+29% | 3584 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.31 TFLOPS+28% | 12.74 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1770 MHz | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+100% | 48 |
| TMUs | 288+157% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 4.5 MB+29% | 3.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+100% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 72+157% | 28 |
| Tensor Cores | 576+414% | 112 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The TITAN RTX comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The TITAN RTX offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (TITAN RTX) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 86.7% advantage for the TITAN RTX. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (TITAN RTX) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the TITAN RTX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+100% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s+87% | 360 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+100% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (TITAN RTX) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) (TITAN RTX) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC (4th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (TITAN RTX) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (7th Gen) | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (4th Gen) | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The TITAN RTX draws 280W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 48.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (TITAN RTX) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 75.
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 280W | 170W-39% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 550W-15% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | 116mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 71.8 | 100.0+39% |
Value Analysis
The TITAN RTX launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $1203.96, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 and now averages $289. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 76% less ($915 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.7 (TITAN RTX) vs 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 252.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | TITAN RTX | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2499 | $329-87% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1203.96 | $289-76% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.7 | 58.8+252% |
| Codename | TU102 | GA106 |
| Release | December 18 2018 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #91 | #114 |
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