UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)
VS
GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) vs GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

Intel

UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)

2021
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

2022Core: 1320 MHzBoost: 1777 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) is positioned at rank #37 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)

#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
87%
#27
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
164%
#29
149%
#30
148%
#34
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
135%
#35
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
134%
#37
100%
#46
Radeon RX 5500M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100
90%
#48
GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
89%
#49
GeForce 610M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20
88%
#50
GeForce GTX 1650 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $75
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
110%
#19
Radeon RX 5600
MSRP: $229|Avg: $150
97%
#22
Radeon RX 7700
MSRP: $449|Avg: $399
94%
#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
85%
#28
Radeon RX 6650M XT
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
81%
#29
GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#30
Radeon 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
77%
#31
Radeon RX 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
77%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 297.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake).

InsightUHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-297.8%)
Leading raw performance (+297.8%)
Longevity
Rocket Lake GT1 (14nm)
🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 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 UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) and GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

Intel

UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)

The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in March 30 2021. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 12 2022. 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: 13,170 points.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) scores 3,311 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 13,170 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU leads by 297.8%.

FeatureUHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
G3D Mark Score
3,311
13,170+298%
Process Node
14 nm
8 nm

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureUHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 192-bit.

FeatureUHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
VRAM Capacity
Shared System RAM
6 GB
Memory Type
Shared
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
System
336 GB/s
Bus Width
System
192-bit
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) draws 15W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU's 170W — a 167.6% difference. The UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (UHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU). Power connectors: Integrated vs Mobile.

FeatureUHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
TDP
15W-91%
170W
Recommended PSU
1W-100%
500W
Power Connector
Integrated
Mobile
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
220.7+185%
77.5
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2021).

FeatureUHD Graphics 730 (Rocket Lake)GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
MSRP
$50
Avg Price (30d)
$50
Codename
Rocket Lake GT1
GA106
Release
March 30 2021
October 12 2022
Ranking
#432
#147