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GPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB vs Radeon RX 480

The GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB is much faster than the Radeon RX 480 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one GPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 79% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 6 years and 5 months newer
  • Available for $69.95

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB ranks 7 points higher.

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Radeon RX 480
5834 TFLOPS

GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB has 118% more compute power.

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Radeon RX 480
40.51 GP/s

GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB fills pixels 111% faster.

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Radeon RX 480
182.3 GT/s

GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB maps textures 9% faster.

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Radeon RX 480 moves data 7% faster.

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Radeon RX 480 draws 20W less power.

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GeForce 30
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Arctic Islands (RX 400)
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Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or Radeon RX 480?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB. It's 88% faster than the Radeon RX 480 on average across 100+ games, scoring 15/100 vs 8/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB than Radeon RX 480?expand_more
88% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or Radeon RX 480?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 15/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB and Radeon RX 480?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB scores 15/100, Radeon RX 480 scores 8/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or Radeon RX 480 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB or Radeon RX 480?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB is the stronger pick at 15/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3060 8 GB and Radeon RX 480?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.

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