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 $11,206 less on MSRP ($399 MSRP vs $11,605 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1299.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.9 vs 3.6 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $11,605 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 200W instead of 600W, a 400W reduction.
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition across 39 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 96 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (152 vs 752), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

2025

Why buy it

✅56.4% more average FPS across 39 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅394.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (752 vs 152).
✅1100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (96 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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2808.5% HIGHER MSRP
$11,605 MSRPvs$399 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 3.6 vs 50.9 G3D/$ ($11,605 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌200% higher power demand at 600W vs 200W.
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

2020

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $11,206 less on MSRP ($399 MSRP vs $11,605 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1299.2% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 50.9 vs 3.6 G3D/$ ($399 MSRP vs $11,605 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 200W instead of 600W, a 400W reduction.
✅Measures 242mm instead of 267mm, a 25mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅56.4% more average FPS across 39 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅394.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (752 vs 152).
✅1100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (96 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition across 39 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 96 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (152 vs 752), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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2808.5% HIGHER MSRP
$11,605 MSRPvs$399 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 3.6 vs 50.9 G3D/$ ($11,605 MSRP vs $399 MSRP).
❌200% higher power demand at 600W vs 200W.
❌10.3% longer card at 267mm vs 242mm.

Quick Answers

So, is RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition better than GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

Yes. RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is clearly the better overall GPU here. RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition averages 56.4% more FPS across 39 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 42,223 vs 20,312 in G3D Mark. On top of that, RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is a 2025 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is a 2020 model from an older generation with DLSS Super Resolution. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

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

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2025 generation instead of 2020, 107.9% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 96 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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is about 2808.5% more expensive on MSRP at $11,605 MSRP versus $399 MSRP, and you are getting 56.4% more estimated average FPS across 39 tracked games in our benchmark data and 107.9% 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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition 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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition 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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
1080p
low	152 FPS	341 FPS
medium	137 FPS	325 FPS
high	118 FPS	276 FPS
ultra	100 FPS	217 FPS
1440p
low	131 FPS	326 FPS
medium	107 FPS	273 FPS
high	91 FPS	215 FPS
ultra	82 FPS	173 FPS
4K
low	77 FPS	193 FPS
medium	65 FPS	160 FPS
high	50 FPS	121 FPS
ultra	43 FPS	108 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
1080p
low	425 FPS	955 FPS
medium	366 FPS	785 FPS
high	296 FPS	614 FPS
ultra	248 FPS	517 FPS
1440p
low	272 FPS	764 FPS
medium	229 FPS	643 FPS
high	190 FPS	525 FPS
ultra	156 FPS	420 FPS
4K
low	133 FPS	414 FPS
medium	114 FPS	354 FPS
high	96 FPS	328 FPS
ultra	73 FPS	278 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
1080p
low	859 FPS	932 FPS
medium	693 FPS	762 FPS
high	602 FPS	689 FPS
ultra	457 FPS	597 FPS
1440p
low	658 FPS	721 FPS
medium	529 FPS	591 FPS
high	452 FPS	522 FPS
ultra	343 FPS	447 FPS
4K
low	434 FPS	501 FPS
medium	346 FPS	415 FPS
high	275 FPS	367 FPS
ultra	221 FPS	305 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
1080p
low	580 FPS	999 FPS
medium	514 FPS	999 FPS
high	424 FPS	947 FPS
ultra	373 FPS	840 FPS
1440p
low	478 FPS	891 FPS
medium	427 FPS	811 FPS
high	335 FPS	699 FPS
ultra	290 FPS	601 FPS
4K
low	285 FPS	649 FPS
medium	266 FPS	594 FPS
high	234 FPS	522 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	449 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 42,223 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti scores 20,312 versus the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition's 42,223 — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition leads by 107.9%. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is built on Ampere while the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 24,064 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Raw compute: 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 126 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Boost clocks: 1665 MHz vs 2617 MHz. Ray tracing: 38 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 188 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) with 152 Tensor cores vs 752.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
G3D Mark Score	20,312	42,223+108%
Architecture	Ampere	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	4864	24064+395%
Compute (TFLOPS)	16.2 TFLOPS	126 TFLOPS+678%
Boost Clock	1665 MHz	2617 MHz+57%
ROPs	80	192+140%
TMUs	152	752+395%
L1 Cache	4.8 MB	23.5 MB+390%
L2 Cache	4 MB	128 MB+3100%
Ray Tracing Cores	38	188+395%
Tensor Cores	152	752+395%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition has 96 GB. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 1792 GB/s (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) — a 300% advantage for the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition. Bus width: 256-bit vs 512-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 128 MB (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	96 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR7
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	1792 GB/s+300%
Bus Width	256-bit	512-bit+100%
L2 Cache	4 MB	128 MB+3100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 12.2 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
DirectX	12 Ultimate (12_2)	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs NVENC 9th Gen (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs NVDEC 6th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
Encoder	NVENC (Ampere)	NVENC 9th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC (Ampere)	NVDEC 6th Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti draws 200W versus the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition's 600W — a 100% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 650W (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti	RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
TDP	200W-67%	600W
Recommended PSU	600W-8%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	267mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	101.6+44%	70.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 MSRP, while the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition launched at $11605. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti costs 96.6% less ($11206 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 50.9 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) vs 3.6 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 1313.9% better value. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).