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

✅Costs $3,322 less on MSRP ($399 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Delivers 725.3% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.9 vs 6.2 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 200W instead of 230W, a 30W reduction.
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX A5000 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (152 vs 256), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

RTX A5000

2021

Why buy it

✅25.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅68.4% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (256 vs 152).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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832.6% HIGHER MSRP
$3,721 MSRPvs$399 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 6.2 vs 50.9 G3D/$ ($3,721 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌15% higher power demand at 230W vs 200W.
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020

RTX A5000

2021

Why buy it

✅Costs $3,322 less on MSRP ($399 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Delivers 725.3% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.9 vs 6.2 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $3,721 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 200W instead of 230W, a 30W reduction.
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅25.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅68.4% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (256 vs 152).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX A5000 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (152 vs 256), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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832.6% HIGHER MSRP
$3,721 MSRPvs$399 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 6.2 vs 50.9 G3D/$ ($3,721 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌15% higher power demand at 230W vs 200W.
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

Quick Answers

So, is RTX A5000 better than GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

Yes. RTX A5000 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 25.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 13% higher PassMark G3D performance, 256 vs 152 Tensor cores, and 24 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2021 instead of 2020, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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

RTX A5000 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2021 generation instead of 2020, 13.0% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 24 GB instead of 8 GB, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of DLSS Super Resolution. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.

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

RTX A5000 is about 832.6% more expensive on MSRP at $3,721 MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and you are getting 25.3% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 13.0% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3060 Ti 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 A5000 is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3060 Ti still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

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

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p, very strong for 1440p, and still capable at 4K with sensible settings or upscaling. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $399 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, RTX A5000 earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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

RTX A5000 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
1080p
low	152 FPS	178 FPS
medium	137 FPS	157 FPS
high	118 FPS	136 FPS
ultra	100 FPS	99 FPS
1440p
low	131 FPS	154 FPS
medium	107 FPS	131 FPS
high	91 FPS	99 FPS
ultra	82 FPS	71 FPS
4K
low	77 FPS	77 FPS
medium	65 FPS	66 FPS
high	50 FPS	47 FPS
ultra	43 FPS	42 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
1080p
low	425 FPS	504 FPS
medium	366 FPS	438 FPS
high	296 FPS	336 FPS
ultra	248 FPS	296 FPS
1440p
low	272 FPS	375 FPS
medium	229 FPS	312 FPS
high	190 FPS	242 FPS
ultra	156 FPS	204 FPS
4K
low	133 FPS	190 FPS
medium	114 FPS	163 FPS
high	96 FPS	138 FPS
ultra	73 FPS	113 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
1080p
low	859 FPS	893 FPS
medium	693 FPS	726 FPS
high	602 FPS	631 FPS
ultra	457 FPS	516 FPS
1440p
low	658 FPS	700 FPS
medium	529 FPS	564 FPS
high	452 FPS	480 FPS
ultra	343 FPS	387 FPS
4K
low	434 FPS	480 FPS
medium	346 FPS	391 FPS
high	275 FPS	327 FPS
ultra	221 FPS	258 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
1080p
low	580 FPS	307 FPS
medium	514 FPS	268 FPS
high	424 FPS	223 FPS
ultra	373 FPS	196 FPS
1440p
low	478 FPS	238 FPS
medium	427 FPS	213 FPS
high	335 FPS	179 FPS
ultra	290 FPS	153 FPS
4K
low	285 FPS	145 FPS
medium	266 FPS	123 FPS
high	234 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	81 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and RTX A5000

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.

RTX A5000

The RTX A5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,951 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the RTX A5000's 22,951 — the RTX A5000 leads by 13%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the RTX A5000 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 8,192 (RTX A5000). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTX A5000). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 38 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 64 (RTX A5000) with 152 Tensor cores vs 256.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
G3D Mark Score	20,312	22,951+13%
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	4864	8192+68%
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS	27.77 TFLOPS+71%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	1695 MHz+2%
ROPs	80	96+20%
TMUs	152	256+68%
L1 Cache	4.8 MB	8 MB+67%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	38	64+68%
Tensor Cores	152	256+68%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTX A5000 supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
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 Ti comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A5000 has 24 GB. The RTX A5000 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 768 GB/s (RTX A5000) — a 71.4% advantage for the RTX A5000. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 6 MB (RTX A5000) — the RTX A5000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	24 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	768 GB/s+71%
Bus Width	256-bit	384-bit+50%
L2 Cache	4 MB	6 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12.1 (RTX A5000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12.1
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A5000). 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,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A5000).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	7th Gen NVENC (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the RTX A5000's 230W — a 14% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 650W (RTX A5000). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX A5000
TDP	200W-13%	230W
Recommended PSU	600W-8%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	242mm	267mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	101.6+2%	99.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP, while the RTX A5000 launched at $3721. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti costs 89.3% less ($3322 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 50.9 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 6.2 (RTX A5000) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 721% better value. The RTX A5000 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).