GeForce RTX 3060 8GBVSRadeon RX 6950 XT
Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison
♜ WINNERRadeon RX 6950 XT+24%Better gaming performance
NVIDIA
RTX 3060 8GB
VSWINNERRX 6950 XT21%Better gaming performance
AMD
RX 6950 XT
Performance4657
Efficiency9057
Price / performance10069
Data confidence6969
Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB vs Radeon RX 6950 XT: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT shows a 24% advantage for RX 6950 XT in gaming performance, while RTX 3060 8GB may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4657
9057
10069
6888
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 3060 8GB is the best overall choice
RTX 3060 8GB leads in combined game performance. RTX 3060 8GB offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RTX 3060 8GB leads in the combined performance index
RTX 3060 8GB costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 43–48of 61
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
0 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
100/100 · Price $399The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
46
57Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
40
47Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
37
45Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
90Better
57
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
65Better
59
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingDLSS 2FSR
Shader units / cores35845120Better
DisplayPort3x DisplayPort 1.4a2x DisplayPort 1.4a
DirectX12.212.2
HDMI1x HDMI 2.11x HDMI 2.1
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS12.7423.65Better
Power consumption170 WBetter335 W
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Power connector8 pin8+8 pin
Release date20222022
ArchitectureAmpereRDNA 2.0
ThicknessDual-slotTriple-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6OpenCL 2.1
Launch price$399Better$1099
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CNoNo
Clock speed1320 - 1777 MHz1925 - 2324 MHzBetter
Base clock1320 MHz1925 MHzBetter
Boost clock1777 MHz2324 MHzBetter
VRAM8 GB GDDR616 GB GDDR6Better
Memory frequency15 GHz18 GHzBetter
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
Memory bandwidth240 GB/s576 GB/sBetter
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4x16
Power consumption170 WBetter335 W
Process node8 nm7 nmBetter
Recommended PSU450 WBetter700 W
Length242 mmBetter267 mm
Die size276 mm²Better520 mm²
Memory cacheL1 128 KB, L2 3 MBL1 128 KB, L2 4 MB
Transistor count12000 million26800 millionBetter
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RTX 3060 8GBRX 6950 XT
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
27 FPSEstimated 66%
28 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
23 FPSEstimated 66%
24 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
15 FPSEstimated 63%
18 FPSEstimated 66%
4K Ultra
5 FPSEstimated 55%
10 FPSEstimated 66%
Black Myth: Wukong27Estimated 66%28Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%24Estimated 66%15Estimated 63%18Estimated 66%5Estimated 55%10Estimated 66%
Call of Duty: Warzone27Estimated 66%28Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%24Estimated 66%15Estimated 63%18Estimated 66%5Estimated 55%10Estimated 66%
Counter-Strike 2223Estimated 74%234Estimated 74%157Estimated 74%165Estimated 74%107Estimated 71%128Estimated 74%31Estimated 63%64Estimated 74%
Cyberpunk 2077144Estimated 74%151Estimated 74%124Estimated 74%130Estimated 74%77Estimated 71%93Estimated 74%21Estimated 63%43Estimated 74%
Forza Horizon 5182Estimated 80%191Estimated 80%118Estimated 74%124Estimated 74%96Estimated 71%115Estimated 74%46Estimated 63%94Estimated 74%
God of War Ragnarök27Estimated 66%28Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%24Estimated 66%15Estimated 63%18Estimated 66%5Estimated 55%10Estimated 66%
Hogwarts Legacy118Estimated 74%124Estimated 74%98Estimated 74%103Estimated 74%69Estimated 71%83Estimated 74%21Estimated 63%43Estimated 74%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 202427Estimated 66%28Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%24Estimated 66%15Estimated 63%18Estimated 66%5Estimated 55%10Estimated 66%
Monster Hunter Wilds27Estimated 66%28Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%24Estimated 66%15Estimated 63%18Estimated 66%5Estimated 55%10Estimated 66%
Starfield27Estimated 66%28Estimated 66%23Estimated 66%24Estimated 66%15Estimated 63%18Estimated 66%5Estimated 55%10Estimated 66%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100465721%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100516524%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100526624%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100688826%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100905745%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100567124%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100556923%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100526624%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100587424%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100536622%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 2FSR
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6OpenCL 2.1
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureAmpereRDNA 2.0
Process node8 nm7 nmBetter
Release date20222022
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count12000 million26800 millionBetter
Die size276 mm²Better520 mm²
Shader units / cores35845120Better
Base clock1320 MHz1925 MHzBetter
Boost clock1777 MHz2324 MHzBetter
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4x16
Length242 mmBetter267 mm
ThicknessDual-slotTriple-slot
Recommended PSU450 WBetter700 W
Power connector8 pin8+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMI1x HDMI 2.11x HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort3x DisplayPort 1.4a2x DisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 3060 8GB and RX 6950 XT with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM8 GB GDDR616 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS12.7423.65Better
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 3060 8GB or RX 6950 XT?+
RTX 3060 8GB has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 3060 8GB offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 3060 8GB is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
RTX 3060 8GB is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RTX 3060 8GB offers more overall performance, while RTX 3060 8GB offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 3060 8GB is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RTX 3060 8GB is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 3060 8GB leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 3060 8GB can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 3060 8GB is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 3060 8GB is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
RTX 3060 8GB is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RTX 3060 8GB if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.