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

✅Costs $782 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $1,111 MSRP).
✅Delivers 194.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 17.5 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $1,111 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX A4000 across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 12 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 192), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌21.4% higher power demand at 170W vs 140W.

RTX A4000

2021

Why buy it

✅19.3% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅71.4% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (192 vs 112).
✅33.3% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 12 GB).
✅Draws 140W instead of 170W, a 30W reduction.
✅Measures 241mm instead of 242mm, a 1mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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237.7% HIGHER MSRP
$1,111 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 17.5 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($1,111 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

RTX A4000

2021

Why buy it

✅Costs $782 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $1,111 MSRP).
✅Delivers 194.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 17.5 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $1,111 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).

Why buy it

✅19.3% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅71.4% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (192 vs 112).
✅33.3% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (16 GB vs 12 GB).
✅Draws 140W instead of 170W, a 30W reduction.
✅Measures 241mm instead of 242mm, a 1mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX A4000 across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 12 GB vs 16 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 192), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌21.4% higher power demand at 170W vs 140W.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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237.7% HIGHER MSRP
$1,111 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 17.5 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($1,111 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is RTX A4000 better than GeForce RTX 3060?

Yes. RTX A4000 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 19.3% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data, 14.5% higher PassMark G3D performance, 192 vs 112 Tensor cores, and 16 GB vs 12 GB of VRAM.

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

GeForce RTX 3060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting better upscaling support with DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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?

RTX A4000 is about 237.7% more expensive on MSRP at $1,111 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and you are getting 19.3% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 14.5% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, RTX A4000 is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3060 still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 3060 make more sense than RTX A4000?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 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 future-proofing and staying closer to $329 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of RTX A4000. The trade-off is that RTX A4000 currently gives you 14.5% higher G3D Mark and 19.3% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 3060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

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

RTX A4000 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
1080p
low	149 FPS	166 FPS
medium	131 FPS	148 FPS
high	118 FPS	125 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	90 FPS
1440p
low	126 FPS	146 FPS
medium	104 FPS	124 FPS
high	92 FPS	91 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	66 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	70 FPS
medium	58 FPS	60 FPS
high	39 FPS	43 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	38 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
1080p
low	354 FPS	261 FPS
medium	310 FPS	219 FPS
high	249 FPS	182 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	158 FPS
1440p
low	222 FPS	187 FPS
medium	196 FPS	150 FPS
high	160 FPS	129 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	107 FPS
4K
low	110 FPS	95 FPS
medium	94 FPS	78 FPS
high	77 FPS	68 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	53 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
1080p
low	765 FPS	873 FPS
medium	612 FPS	701 FPS
high	510 FPS	584 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	438 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	657 FPS
medium	432 FPS	526 FPS
high	366 FPS	438 FPS
ultra	287 FPS	328 FPS
4K
low	367 FPS	438 FPS
medium	298 FPS	350 FPS
high	221 FPS	292 FPS
ultra	176 FPS	219 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
1080p
low	523 FPS	282 FPS
medium	452 FPS	246 FPS
high	383 FPS	201 FPS
ultra	319 FPS	173 FPS
1440p
low	428 FPS	217 FPS
medium	371 FPS	193 FPS
high	298 FPS	159 FPS
ultra	245 FPS	134 FPS
4K
low	279 FPS	132 FPS
medium	259 FPS	113 FPS
high	225 FPS	90 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	73 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 and RTX A4000

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.

RTX A4000

The RTX A4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,463 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the RTX A4000's 19,463 — the RTX A4000 leads by 14.5%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the RTX A4000 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 6,144 (RTX A4000). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 19.17 TFLOPS (RTX A4000). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 48 (RTX A4000) with 112 Tensor cores vs 192.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
G3D Mark Score	16,995	19,463+15%
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	3584	6144+71%
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.74 TFLOPS	19.17 TFLOPS+50%
Boost Clock	1777 MHz+14%	1560 MHz
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	112	192+71%
L1 Cache	3.5 MB	6 MB+71%
L2 Cache	3 MB	4 MB+33%
Ray Tracing Cores	28	48+71%
Tensor Cores	112	192+71%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTX A4000 supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3060 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
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 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A4000 has 16 GB. The RTX A4000 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 448 GB/s (RTX A4000) — a 24.4% advantage for the RTX A4000. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4 MB (RTX A4000) — the RTX A4000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	16 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	360 GB/s	448 GB/s+24%
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 (RTX A4000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 7th Gen NVENC (RTX A4000). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A4000).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	7th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the RTX A4000's 140W — a 19.4% difference. The RTX A4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (RTX A4000). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	RTX A4000
TDP	170W	140W-18%
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	241mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	75	75°C
Perf/Watt	100.0	139.0+39%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP, while the RTX A4000 launched at $1111. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 70.4% less ($782 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 17.5 (RTX A4000) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 195.4% better value.