NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
FPS benchmarks across 150 games (reference CPU: r9-9950x3D2), live prices, popularity and community builds.
RTX 3060 8GB
Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6

Lowest price
Currently unavailable
RTX 3060 Ti
Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6

Lowest price
$429
FPS / $
0.96
Our verdict
- The RTX 3060 Ti is on average 13% faster than the RTX 3060 8GB at 1440p across our reference games.
Gaming performance
Benchmarks measured with a r9-9950x3D2 to avoid bottlenecking the graphics cards.
FPS / $
The higher the number, the better the performance you get for your money.
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Specifications
| RTX 3060 8GB | RTX 3060 Ti | |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Release date | 2022-10 | 2020-12 |
| Video memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | 128 bit | 256 bit |
| Bandwidth | 240 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| Shading units | 3584 | 4864 |
| Boost clock | 1777 MHz | 1665 MHz |
| Power draw (TDP) | 170 W | 200 W |
| Recommended PSU | 550 W | 600 W |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| Launch price | — | $399 |
Popularity on DropReference
RTX 3060 8GB
#70 / 71Number of builds created with this GPU
12
Average build price
$1,123
Most paired CPUs
Most used power supply

MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black
650 W · $60
RTX 3060 Ti
#15 / 71Number of builds created with this GPU
37
Average build price
$1,348
Most paired CPUs
Most used power supply

MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black
650 W · $60
All models
Real-time prices and stock in your region
RTX 3060 Ti
14 models tracked
ASUS TUF RTX 3060 Ti V2 OC 8GB GDDR6$429
MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti VENTUS 2X OC V1 LHR 8GB GDDR6$599
MSI RTX 3060 Ti Ventus 3X OC LHR 8GB GDDR6$489
Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Elite 8G REV2.0 8GB GDDR6 256-bit$700
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Founders Edition 8GB GDDR6$515
ASUS ROG Strix RTX 3060 Ti OC 8GB GDDR6$630
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Gaming OC PRO 8G 8GB GDDR6 WINDFORCE$550
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Twin Edge OC LHR 8GB GDDR6 Black$500
Frequently asked questions
Which is the better graphics card, the RTX 3060 8GB or the RTX 3060 Ti?
The RTX 3060 Ti is on average 13% faster than the RTX 3060 8GB at 1440p across our reference games.
Which card should you pick for 1440p gaming: RTX 3060 8GB or RTX 3060 Ti?
At 1440p, the RTX 3060 8GB averages 332 FPS versus 375 FPS for the RTX 3060 Ti across our reference games.
What power supply do you need for the RTX 3060 8GB?
A power supply of around 550 W is recommended for the RTX 3060 8GB. On DropReference, the most used PSU with this card is the MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black.
What power supply do you need for the RTX 3060 Ti?
A power supply of around 600 W is recommended for the RTX 3060 Ti. On DropReference, the most used PSU with this card is the MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black.
Which CPU should you pair with the RTX 3060 8GB?
In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the RTX 3060 8GB is the r7-5700x (2 builds).
Which CPU should you pair with the RTX 3060 Ti?
In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the RTX 3060 Ti is the r5-5500 (5 builds).
How much does the RTX 3060 Ti cost right now?
The RTX 3060 Ti is available from $429. We track 14 models in real time.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 delivers smooth gameplay at 1080p and 1440p thanks to the Ampere architecture. Featuring 12 GB of GDDR6 memory, it's ideal for gamers seeking great performance at a reasonable price. Supports ray tracing and DLSS for more realistic graphics and better frame rates.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, with Ampere architecture, offers mid-range gaming performance with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. A superior version of the RTX 3060, it excels at 1440p and supports ray tracing and DLSS for optimized graphics.
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