PNY RTX A4500 vs GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. Specifications, performance, tests

This section provides a detailed comparison of the fundamental technical specifications of the graphics cards PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It includes key information such as the GPU chip architecture, the number of processing units, and other core features that directly impact the overall performance of the cards in various applications, including gaming and professional workloads.

• Based on
  NVIDIA RTX A4500 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti LHR
• GPU Chip
  GA102 (Ampere) GA104-202-A1
• Shader
  7168 4864
• Render Output Units
  96 80
• Texture Units
  224 152

Here is a comparison of memory configurations PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It includes details such as the memory size, type (e.g., GDDR6, HBM2), and bandwidth, which are key factors that determine how efficiently the card handles large textures, data sets, and high-resolution tasks.Larger memory sizes are typically beneficial for demanding applications like 4K gaming and video editing.

• Memory Size
  20 GB 8 GB
• Memory Type
  GDDR6 GDDR6
• Memory Speed
  16 Gbps 1.75 GHz
• Memory Interface
  320 bit 256 bit

This section focuses on comparing the clock speeds of PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It includes both the base and boost clock speeds, which directly influence the performance of the GPU during intensive tasks. Faster clock speeds typically translate to higher frame rates in games and quicker processing in compute-heavy applications.

• Base Clock
  1.050 GHz 1.410 GHz
• Boost Clock
  1.650 GHz 1.695 GHz-13 %
• Avg (Game) Clock
  -- 1.665 GHz
• Overclocking
  Yes Yes

This section examines the thermal design of PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It includes details such as power consumption (in watts) and thermal output during regular operation and overclocking. Efficient thermal management is essential for maintaining stable performance during long gaming sessions or other demanding tasks.

• TDP
  200 W 200 W
• TDP (up)
  -- 220 W
• Tjunction max
  -- --
• PCIe-Power
  1 x 8-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

This section compares the cooling systems of PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It includes details about the types of coolers (e.g., blower or open-air) and the number and size of fans, which play a crucial role in maintaining optimal temperatures during operation.Effective cooling is essential for preventing thermal throttling and extending the longevity of the GPU.

• Fan-Type
  Radial Axial
• Fan 1
  1 x 65 mm 2 x 100 mm
• Fan 2
  -- --
• Cooler-Type
  Air cooling Air cooling
• Noise (Idle)
  -- 0 dB / Silent
• Noise (Load)
  -- 36 dB

This section compares the connectivity options available on PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. These include the number and type of ports like HDMI, DisplayPort, and others that are essential for connecting displays and external devices.This information helps determine which card offers more versatile or modern connectivity options.

• Max. Displays
  4 4
• HDCP-Version
  2.3 2.3
• HDMI Ports
  -- 2x HDMI v2.1
• DP Ports
  4x DP v1.4 2x DP v1.4a
• DVI Ports
  -- --
• VGA Ports
  -- --
• USB-C Ports
  -- --

This section compares the technical specifications of PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It highlights key features such as API support for DirectX, OpenGL, and Vulkan, which are crucial for running modern games and applications efficiently.These specifications ensure compatibility and optimal performance across a wide range of software environments.

• Max. resolution
  7680x4320 7680x4320
• DirectX
  12_2 (Ultimate) 12_2
• Raytracing
  Yes Yes
• DLSS / FSR
  Yes Yes
• LED
  No LED lighting GIGABYTE RGB Fusion

This section compares the support for video codecs on PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It highlights the built-in capabilities for compressing and decompressing video formats such as H.264, H.265 (HEVC), and VP9, which are important for tasks like video editing and streaming.

• h264
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• h265 / HEVC
  Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
• VP8
  Decode Decode
• VP9
  Decode Decode
• AV1
  Decode Decode

This section compares the physical dimensions of PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It includes the size, weight, and slot requirements, which are important considerations for ensuring compatibility with your PC case, especially in smaller or more compact builds.

• Length
  267 mm 242 mm
• Height
  112 mm 124 mm
• Width
  -- 41 mm
• Width (Slots)
  2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
• Weight
  -- --

This section provides additional information about PNY RTX A4500 and GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Eagle OC 8G (rev. 2.0) LHR. It covers aspects such as release dates, interface compatibility, and other unique features that might not be covered in other sections.This helps users make a more informed decision about the suitability of each card for their specific use case.

• GPU Interface
  PCIe 4.0 x 16 PCIe 4.0 x 16
• Release date
  Q4/2021 Q2/2021
• Structure size
  8 nm 8 nm
• Part-no
  VCNRTXA4500-PB GV-N306TEAGLE OC-8GD
• Documents
  data sheet data sheet