GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti comes out significantly faster β€” about 33% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB.

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GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Price
$290 USD
Perf Index
24%
Value Score
0.083
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP200W
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Perf Index
18%
Value Score
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VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP170W

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly faster, around 33% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti packs 4,864 CUDA cores versus 3,584 on the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti also has more RT cores (38 vs 28) and more AI cores (152 vs 112), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is the gentler choice at 170W versus 200W. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 200W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's memory is faster β€” 448 GB/s versus 240 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) β€” which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the faster card by about 33%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above β€” particularly VRAM and power draw β€” and check current stock before buying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is significantly faster, roughly 33% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

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

Which is better for ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

Both handle ray tracing, but the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has more RT cores, giving it better ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance than the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB.