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

2021

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 0 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
❌Weaker long-term outlook: Radeon RX 7800M is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

Radeon RX 7800M

2024

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
✅More future proof: RDNA 3.0 on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅More future proof: RDNA 3.0 on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 51.7 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Radeon RX 7800M

2024

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 0 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
✅More future proof: RDNA 3.0 on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅More future proof: RDNA 3.0 on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
❌Weaker long-term outlook: Radeon RX 7800M is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 51.7 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3060 better than Radeon RX 7800M?

Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 16,995 vs 15,984 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce RTX 3060 is the overall package: you are getting DLSS Super Resolution.

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

Radeon RX 7800M is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2021, better upscaling support with FSR 3 (2023) instead of DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) and better frame-generation support with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023) instead of DLSS Super Resolution, and a 5nm process instead of 8nm. That broader feature stack should age better as more games lean on modern upscaling and frame-generation support.

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

GeForce RTX 3060 can still make sense if you find it at the right price, especially around $329 MSRP. GeForce RTX 3060 is still the smarter buy for most people, though, because the raw performance is close while the overall package is cleaner. GeForce RTX 3060 is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $329 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 6.3% higher G3D Mark. Radeon RX 7800M is the newer 2024 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and future-proofing than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does Radeon RX 7800M make more sense than GeForce RTX 3060?

Yes. Radeon RX 7800M is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, future-proofing, and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 3060. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 3060 currently gives you 6.3% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%.

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 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 7800M Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
1080p
low	149 FPS	215 FPS
medium	131 FPS	196 FPS
high	118 FPS	172 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	133 FPS
1440p
low	126 FPS	180 FPS
medium	104 FPS	147 FPS
high	92 FPS	128 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	102 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	94 FPS
medium	58 FPS	78 FPS
high	39 FPS	59 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	51 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
1080p
low	354 FPS	452 FPS
medium	310 FPS	384 FPS
high	249 FPS	313 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	276 FPS
1440p
low	222 FPS	344 FPS
medium	196 FPS	286 FPS
high	160 FPS	230 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	191 FPS
4K
low	110 FPS	169 FPS
medium	94 FPS	141 FPS
high	77 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	92 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
1080p
low	765 FPS	719 FPS
medium	612 FPS	575 FPS
high	510 FPS	480 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	360 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	539 FPS
medium	432 FPS	432 FPS
high	366 FPS	360 FPS
ultra	287 FPS	270 FPS
4K
low	367 FPS	360 FPS
medium	298 FPS	288 FPS
high	221 FPS	240 FPS
ultra	176 FPS	180 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
1080p
low	523 FPS	687 FPS
medium	452 FPS	575 FPS
high	383 FPS	480 FPS
ultra	319 FPS	360 FPS
1440p
low	428 FPS	525 FPS
medium	371 FPS	432 FPS
high	298 FPS	360 FPS
ultra	245 FPS	270 FPS
4K
low	279 FPS	360 FPS
medium	259 FPS	288 FPS
high	225 FPS	240 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	180 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 and Radeon RX 7800M

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.

Radeon RX 7800M

The Radeon RX 7800M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 11 2024. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2335 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 60 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,984 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Radeon RX 7800M's 15,984 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 6.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the Radeon RX 7800M uses RDNA 3.0, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 3,840 (Radeon RX 7800M). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 35.87 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7800M). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 2335 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 60 (Radeon RX 7800M) with 112 Tensor cores.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
G3D Mark Score	16,995+6%	15,984
Architecture	Ampere	RDNA 3.0
Process Node	8 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	3584	3840+7%
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.74 TFLOPS	35.87 TFLOPS+182%
Boost Clock	1777 MHz	2335 MHz+31%
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	112	240+114%
L1 Cache	3.5 MB+367%	0.75 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
Ray Tracing Cores	28	60+114%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7800M is support for FSR Frame Generation + AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 3060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 7800M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	FSR 3
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR Frame Generation + AFMF
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 12 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 432 GB/s (Radeon RX 7800M) — a 20% advantage for the Radeon RX 7800M. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4 MB (Radeon RX 7800M) — the Radeon RX 7800M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	12 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	360 GB/s	432 GB/s+20%
Bus Width	192-bit	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 7800M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7800M). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 7800M).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	VCN 4.0
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	VCN 4.0
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Radeon RX 7800M's 180W — a 5.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (Radeon RX 7800M). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 7800M
TDP	170W-6%	180W
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	Mobile
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	100.0+13%	88.8