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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.9 vs 0 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (152 vs 232), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌33.3% higher power demand at 200W vs 150W.

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile

2022

Why buy it

✅0.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅52.6% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (232 vs 152).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 150W instead of 200W, a 50W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 50.9 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $399 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile

2022

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.9 vs 0 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Why buy it

✅0.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅52.6% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (232 vs 152).
✅100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 150W instead of 200W, a 50W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (152 vs 232), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
❌33.3% higher power demand at 200W vs 150W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 50.9 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $399 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile better than GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile averages 0.3% more FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 20,312 vs 19,115 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is the overall package: you are getting a newer generation, DLSS Super Resolution, plus much lower power draw (150W vs 200W).

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2022 generation instead of 2020, more VRAM at 16 GB instead of 8 GB, and 52.6% more ray-tracing hardware. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti can still make sense if you find it at the right price, especially around $399 MSRP. GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is still the smarter buy for most people, though, because the raw performance is close while the overall package is cleaner. GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and you are getting 0.3% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and a lower G3D Mark (19,115 vs 20,312). Moving to an unclear MSRP gets you newer hardware, lower power draw (150W vs 200W), and DLSS Super Resolution.

Is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is still a strong gaming card in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. Price is really the swing factor here. If you find it at or below $399 MSRP, it remains a very sensible buy. GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is still the safer recommendation for most fresh builds because it offers a cleaner overall package with newer hardware and DLSS Super Resolution.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	152 FPS	163 FPS
medium	137 FPS	145 FPS
high	118 FPS	122 FPS
ultra	100 FPS	88 FPS
1440p
low	131 FPS	143 FPS
medium	107 FPS	122 FPS
high	91 FPS	88 FPS
ultra	82 FPS	63 FPS
4K
low	77 FPS	69 FPS
medium	65 FPS	59 FPS
high	50 FPS	41 FPS
ultra	43 FPS	37 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	425 FPS	368 FPS
medium	366 FPS	324 FPS
high	296 FPS	267 FPS
ultra	248 FPS	228 FPS
1440p
low	272 FPS	274 FPS
medium	229 FPS	232 FPS
high	190 FPS	198 FPS
ultra	156 FPS	162 FPS
4K
low	133 FPS	145 FPS
medium	114 FPS	126 FPS
high	96 FPS	108 FPS
ultra	73 FPS	85 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	859 FPS	833 FPS
medium	693 FPS	672 FPS
high	602 FPS	573 FPS
ultra	457 FPS	430 FPS
1440p
low	658 FPS	645 FPS
medium	529 FPS	516 FPS
high	452 FPS	430 FPS
ultra	343 FPS	323 FPS
4K
low	434 FPS	430 FPS
medium	346 FPS	344 FPS
high	275 FPS	274 FPS
ultra	221 FPS	215 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
1080p
low	580 FPS	250 FPS
medium	514 FPS	215 FPS
high	424 FPS	182 FPS
ultra	373 FPS	151 FPS
1440p
low	478 FPS	194 FPS
medium	427 FPS	170 FPS
high	335 FPS	145 FPS
ultra	290 FPS	118 FPS
4K
low	285 FPS	124 FPS
medium	266 FPS	102 FPS
high	234 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	66 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 25 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 810 MHz to 1260 MHz. It has 7424 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 58 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,115 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile's 19,115 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 6.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 7,424 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 18.71 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1260 MHz. Ray tracing: 38 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 58 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile) with 152 Tensor cores vs 232.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
G3D Mark Score	20,312+6%	19,115
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	4864	7424+53%
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS	18.71 TFLOPS+15%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz+32%	1260 MHz
ROPs	80	96+20%
TMUs	152	232+53%
L1 Cache	4.8 MB	7.3 MB+52%
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	38	58+53%
Tensor Cores	152	232+53%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 512 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile) — a 14.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	16 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	512 GB/s+14%
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	7th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile
TDP	200W	150W-25%
Recommended PSU	600W-8%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	Mobile
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	101.6	127.4+25%