GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 3060 is marginally faster than the Radeon RX 5700, leading by roughly 6% in our performance index.

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GeForce RTX 3060
Price
$490
Perf Index
18%
Value Score
0.037
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP170W
Price
Awaiting Data
Perf Index
17%
Value Score
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP180W

GeForce RTX 3060 vs Radeon RX 5700: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 vs Radeon RX 5700

The GeForce RTX 3060 is marginally faster, around 6% ahead of the Radeon RX 5700. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws just 170W versus 180W for the Radeon RX 5700, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 3060 is roughly 2 years newer than the Radeon RX 5700, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 3060 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 5700 offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3060 or Radeon RX 5700?

the GeForce RTX 3060 is the faster card. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3060 better than the Radeon RX 5700?

The GeForce RTX 3060 is marginally faster, roughly 6% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3060 or the Radeon RX 5700?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.