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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£800VRAM:6 GBMemory bus width:192 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):60 W

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 9 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

5.4

Technical score

25%

8.3

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

9.4

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 63% of graphics cards
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 82%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

44%

3.8

Performance

24%

4.1

Memory

12%

8.8

Power

11%

9.2

Features

5%

8.0

Design

4%

7.8

Connectivity

â–¼Worse than 78%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 77% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.5

Popularity

Grades by review (9)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 77%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £800
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop

Based on 4 · 5

Reviewers praise strong frame rates for a laptop chip, but note limited video memory and big differences between laptop models.
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Technical Specifications of graphics card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

44%

3.8

Performance

24%

4.1

Memory

12%

8.8

Power

11%

9.2

Features

5%

8.0

Design

4%

7.8

Connectivity

5.4
Reviews score
8.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

6.8
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
8,751 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
This graphics card scores 8,751 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 75.7% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
5,132 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
This graphics card scores 5,132 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 72.1% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
13,165 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 13,165 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 78% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
5,684 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 5,684 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 79.9% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
10.94 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 10.94 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is lower than that of 72.3% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
VRAM
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This graphics card has 6 GB of VRAM, which is less than 82.5% of graphics cards and equal to 5.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6
This graphics card uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.3% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
192 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 192 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 31.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 18.7% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
336 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 336 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 63.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
14,000 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 14,000 MHz, which is slower than that of 69.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.1% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4
This graphics card supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 50.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 24.1% of graphics cards and equal to 75.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12 Ultimate
This graphics card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 22.8% of graphics cards and equal to 77.2% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
0
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 0 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 96.9% of graphics cards and equal to 3.1% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.3% of graphics cards and equal to 46.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
8.1 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 65.3% of graphics cards and equal to 22.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
60 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 60 W, which is lower than that of 95.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.4% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
130 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
This graphics card draws 130 W under peak load, which is lower than 81% of graphics cards and equal to 3.3% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
?
Board power limit
130 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 130 W, which is lower than that of 81.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 3.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
87.5 W
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What reviewers say
Size
?
Length
?
Height
?
Slot width
?
Weight
?
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop vs the average graphics card

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  • 72.1% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (60 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    60 W vs 215 W
  • 15.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 77% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.2
  • 40.9% lower board power limit
    This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (130 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    130 W vs 220 W
  • 20.5% higher sentiment score
    9.4 vs 7.8
  • 15.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 77% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (9)
    4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.2
  • 20.5% higher sentiment score
    9.4 vs 7.8
  • 72.1% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (60 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    60 W vs 215 W
  • 40.9% lower board power limit
    This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (130 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    130 W vs 220 W
  • 32.1% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,702 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,702 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    6 GB vs 12 GB
  • 57.4% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (817 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    817 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 63.8% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (136.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    136.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 57.6% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (68.4 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    68.4 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 10 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    30 vs 40
  • 60% larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    8 nm vs 5 nm
  • 8.4% worse value for money
    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.84 vs 7.4).
    6.84 vs 7.41
  • 53.9% more expensive
    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is more expensive than the average graphics card (£800 vs £520).
    £800 vs £520
  • 32.1% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,702 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,702 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 57.4% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (817 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    817 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 63.8% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (136.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    136.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 57.6% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (68.4 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    68.4 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 10 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    30 vs 40
  • 64 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (120 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    120 vs 184
  • 10 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    30 vs 40
  • 16 fewer ROPs
    This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    48 vs 64
  • 51.6% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (10.9 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    10.94 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 41.8% lower PassMark score
    This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (13,165 points vs 22,638 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,638 points.
    13,165 points vs 22,638 points
  • 40.8% lower gaming score
    This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (8,751 points vs 14,779 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14,779 points.
    8,751 points vs 14,779 points
  • 2 years older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2021 vs 2023).
    February 2021
    2021 vs 2023
  • 24 fewer AI cores
    This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (120 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    120 vs 144
  • 43.9% lower ray tracing score
    This graphics card has a lower ray tracing score than the average graphics card (5,132 points vs 9,148 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,148 points.
    5,132 points vs 9,148 points
  • 64.6% lower FP64 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
    0.17 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
  • 52.9% lower compute score
    This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (5,684 points vs 12,70.5 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12,070.5 points.
    5,684 points vs 12,070.5 points
  • 62.9% lower FP16 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (10.9 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
    10.94 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    6 GB vs 12 GB
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 25% lower memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (336 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    336 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 87.5% smaller L2 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (3 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    3 MB vs 24 MB
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 60% larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    8 nm vs 5 nm
  • 47.6% fewer transistors
    This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (12,000 million vs 22,900 million). The average graphics card has 22,900 million transistors.
    12,000 million vs 22,900 million
  • Older FSR version
    This graphics card supports an older FSR version than the average graphics card (3 vs 3.1).
    3 vs 3.1
  • 3 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (0 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
    0 vs 3
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1 vs 2.1a).
    2.1 vs 2.1a
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    4 vs 6
  • 62.5% lower DisplayPort bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower DisplayPort bandwidth than the average graphics card (8.1 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps). The average graphics card has DisplayPort bandwidth of 21.6 Gbps.
    8.1 Gbps vs 21.6 Gbps
  • No dual BIOS
    This graphics card does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • No fan stop
    This graphics card does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
  • 13 °C higher load temperature
    This graphics card has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (80 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
    80 °C vs 67 °C
  • 4.6 dB noisier under load
    This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (40 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
    40 dB vs 35.4 dB
  • No backplate
    This graphics card does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
RandomGaminginHD
≈ estimated
16/03/2025
Gaming test · ten titles on an RTX 3060 laptop
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is still a worthwhile buy for portable gaming, but it works best plugged in on maximum performance.
8.0
Hardware Unboxed
≈ estimated
02/02/2021
Hands-on review · benchmarks in 18 games at 80W and 115W
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is a strong upgrade, but check the power configuration before buying.
8.0
Jarrod'sTech
≈ estimated
27/08/2021
Comparison · laptop vs desktop benchmarks in 17 games
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is close to the desktop card and still delivers a great gaming experience.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Not graded
Not graded
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
techspot.com
≈ estimated
02/02/2021
Performance review · Laptop GPU
Verdict
The RTX 3060 Laptop is a clear step up from the RTX 2060 in similar laptops, but its 6GB of video memory holds it back on Ultra settings.
9.0
computerbase.de
≈ estimated
02/02/2021
Lab test · Laptop graphics chip
Verdict
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU can outrun the RTX 3070 and 3080 Laptop in 1080p, but its speed depends on how much power each laptop allows.
8.0
notebookcheck.com
≈ estimated
07/02/2021
Performance test · Laptop GPU
Verdict
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop runs many games well at 1080p, but its results swing widely with each laptop's power limit.
8.0
tomshw.it
✓ explicit
02/03/2021
Hands-on test · Gaming laptop
Verdict
The MSI GP76 Leopard plays all modern games without trouble, including with ray tracing and DLSS on, but its screen is not ideal for precise colour work.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop

  • Excellent 1080p performance, capable of running most modern games at High or Ultra settings above 60 FPS.
  • Significant upgrade for users moving from older GTX 10-series or 16-series laptops.
  • Efficient support for NVIDIA features like DLSS 2, which helps maintain high frame rates in demanding titles.
  • Strong performance-per-dollar value compared to previous generation mid-range cards like the RTX 2060.
  • Consistent real-world performance across different laptop chassis and cooling solutions.
  • Capable of entry-level 1440p gaming, especially in less demanding or well-optimized titles.

What customers don't like about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop

  • Performance is highly dependent on the laptop's specific TGP (Total Graphics Power) wattage, which varies between 60W and 130W+.
  • Limited 6GB VRAM can cause stuttering or force lower settings in 1440p or 4K textures in some AAA games.
  • Ray tracing performance significantly impacts frame rates, often requiring DLSS to remain playable.
  • Confusing branding as NVIDIA no longer requires 'Max-Q' or 'Max-P' labels, making it hard to identify faster vs. slower versions.
  • Struggles to hit 60 FPS in 1440p on the most demanding modern titles without visual compromises.
  • Lacks support for newer DLSS 3 features like Frame Generation, which are exclusive to the 40-series.

Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU is a mid-range powerhouse built on the 8nm Ampere architecture, featuring 3,840 CUDA cores, 30 Ray Tracing cores, and 120 Tensor cores. It typically operates with 6GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus and offers a configurable TGP ranging from 60W to 115W, with boost clock speeds between 1,283 MHz and 1,703 MHz. Its main strengths include excellent 1080p gaming performance, support for advanced AI features like DLSS for boosted frame rates, and impressive efficiency in thin-and-light laptop designs. However, performance is highly dependent on the manufacturer's specific power limit (TGP) settings, and the 6GB VRAM can be a bottleneck for extremely memory-intensive AAA titles or high-resolution 1440p gaming.

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