GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q review. Specs and Benchmarks

Detailed Review of the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q

Ranked (no data) in CpusData's performance ranking, the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q delivers exceptional graphics capabilities tailored for gamers and professionals alike.

  • Manufacturer: GEFORCE
  • Year of Manufacture: 2021
  • Process Technology: 8 nm
  • Power Consumption: (TDP)

Performance Specifications

The GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q operates at a base clock frequency of , with the potential to overclock up to . This card is equipped with 6192 MB of high-speed memory, featuring a clock rate of 12 GB/s and an impressive memory bandwidth of 264.0 GB/s.

Key Features and Compatibility

In this section, we explore the technologies integrated into the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q, including:

  • Supported Technologies - A comprehensive overview of the advanced technologies utilized in the card to enhance performance and visual fidelity.
  • Interfaces - A detailed list of available interfaces for connectivity, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of displays and peripherals.
  • Motherboard Compatibility - Insights into which motherboard configurations are best suited for optimal performance with the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q.

Performance GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q in Popular Games

We present test results showcasing the performance of the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q in several popular titles. This data allows potential buyers to gauge how well this graphics card handles various gaming scenarios, ensuring it meets their expectations.

Comparison Tools

For further insights, you can also compare your GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q graphics card with other models directly on our site. This feature provides a valuable resource for making informed decisions tailored to your specific needs.

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General info

The main nomenclature characteristics of the video card GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q, for general information about it.

Place in performance rating: not rated
Architecture: Ampere
Release date: 4 January 2021 (less than a year ago)
GPU code name: GN20-E3 GA106
Market segment: Laptop

Technical specs

Characteristics that directly affect the performance of the video card GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q. Smaller process technology, higher clock frequencies, more threads and transistors are signs of a modern graphics card.

Manufacturing process technology: 8 nm
Texture fill rate: 153.8
Pipelines / CUDA cores: 3840
Boost clock speed: 1283 MHz
Number of transistors: 13,250 million
Thermal design power (TDP): 100 Watt

Compatibility, dimensions and requirements

Additional technical information, does not greatly affect the performance rating.

Interface: PCIe 4.0 x16
Supplementary power connectors: None
Laptop size: large

Memory

Video card memory is used to store calculations. Modern software and 3D games require higher memory capacity and speed. The higher these parameters, the higher the performance of the chip GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q.

Memory type: GDDR6
Maximum RAM amount: 6192 MB
Memory bus width: 192 Bit
Memory clock speed: 12 GB/s
Memory bandwidth: 264.0 GB/s
Shared memory: -

Video outputs and ports

Information about video card interfaces, ports, shape factor and size.

Display Connectors: No outputs

Technologies

Additional technologies that the vendor integrates into its devices. They do not directly affect the performance, but can have a nice addition to the graphics card functionality both in games and at work.

CUDA: 8.6

API support

Supported by the video card GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q API. The higher the version, the better performance in games.

DirectX: 12 Ultimate (12_2)
OpenGL: 4.6
Vulkan: 1.2
Shader Model: 6.5
OpenCL: 2.0

Overall gaming performance

Performance Testing Results The following tests display the FPS results for the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q across various screen resolutions, aligned with the recommendations provided by game developers. Benchmarking Note: Please note that the performance benchmarks for the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q may vary based on several factors, including the specific environment, motherboard, and processor used during testing. These variables can influence the overall gaming experience, so actual performance may differ from the results presented here.


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Horizon Zero Dawn (2020)
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Death Stranding (2020)
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F1 2020 (2020)
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Gears Tactics (2020)
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Doom Eternal (2020)
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5 Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
May Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
30 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 25 frames per second (fps)
40 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 35 frames per second (fps)
60 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 58 frames per second (fps)
May Run Fluently – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards show a smooth frame rate, comfortable for the game.
? Uncertain – Graphics cards testing has shown that a slower card can provide a high and stable frame rate for the same operation.
Uncertain – The work of the video card in the game is still being studied. Interpolation among analogs is not possible.
The value depicts the average frame rate. Hovering over the value, you can get individual results.

GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q in Benchmarks

The performance of the GeForce RTX 3060 Max-Q is showcased through various popular modern benchmarks. Testing under maximum load conditions provides valuable insights into the true capabilities of the graphics processor, enabling comparisons with other leading graphics card models. For detailed benchmark descriptions and results, please visit their respective pages.

Overall benchmark performance

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