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RTX 3060 12GB vs RX 7700 XT 12GB

GPU comparison · 1080p benchmark

RX 7700 XT 12GB records 81.7% more FPS than RTX 3060 12GB in GPUsed's continuous 1080p benchmark

RX 7700 XT 12GB recorded 258 FPS against 142 FPS for RTX 3060 12GB. These are continuous 1080p benchmark averages, not predicted FPS in any particular game.

RTX 3060 12GB

142Benchmark FPS at 1080p
Our rating
55 / 100
Graphics memory
12GB
Released
February 2021
GPUsed cards tested
179

RX 7700 XT 12GB

258Benchmark FPS at 1080p
Our rating
67.8 / 100
Graphics memory
12GB
Released
September 2023
GPUsed cards tested
14

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What does this comparison mean?

RX 7700 XT 12GB delivers 81.7% more FPS than RTX 3060 12GB here while retaining the same 12GB memory capacity. This is an increase in measured benchmark throughput without a larger memory buffer, so an upgrade aimed specifically at fitting bigger textures or datasets needs a separate capacity check.

Both variants have 12GB of graphics memory. Memory capacity, board dimensions, power connectors and the price of a particular used card are separate from this benchmark. Compare the exact item before deciding whether to upgrade.

The two GPUs in context

RTX 3060 12GB

The original RTX 3060 combines Ampere architecture with 12GB of GDDR6. It launched in February 2021 and is distinct from the later 8GB configuration.

RX 7700 XT 12GB

The RX 7700 XT is a 12GB GDDR6 RDNA 3 model, released in September 2023 alongside the 16GB RX 7800 XT.

Release and feature sources: RTX 3060 12GB source · RX 7700 XT 12GB source.

How the figures are compared

Both FPS figures come from the owner-supplied GPUsed benchmark dataset. GPUsed reports a continuous FurMark run at 1080p for its physical-card checks. The percentage compares the higher model average with the lower one using the original FPS values. Our rating uses a compressed scale, with the fastest GPU at 100; it is separate from the percentage difference. A benchmark result does not predict gaming FPS.

GPUsed reports its physical-card checks typically last 30 to 60 minutes while temperature and stability are checked. The owner supplied the model-level FPS workbook on 2 October 2026; this benchmark dataset was last reconciled 3 October 2026. Historical cards tested are separate from the number of FPS runs behind a model average. Full benchmark method.

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