Head-to-head used GPU value

GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB vs Arc B580

Arc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB currently offers better used performance per dollar. Arc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB is about 6.9% faster in the tracked relative score.

Prices updated Sep 2, 2026
Used price differenceArc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB is 1.8% lower
Performance differenceArc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB is 6.9% higher
Value differenceArc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB is 8.8% higher

Which GPU Should You Buy?

Current market, memory, and power differences that can change the better choice.

Best Used-Market Value

Arc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB has the stronger tracked performance-per-dollar score at current used prices. Arc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB is about $5.12 cheaper.

VRAM And Longevity

The two cards have the same tracked VRAM capacity, so memory size is unlikely to decide this comparison by itself.

Power And Upgrade Fit

GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB GA106 | GDDR6 | 12 GB uses about 20 W less board power on the tracked specifications, which can reduce PSU and cooling requirements.

Price, Performance And Specification Comparison

Used price uses the latest median, then the 25th percentile or minimum as fallback.

MetricGeForce RTX 3060 12 GB GA106 | GDDR6 | 12 GBArc B580 BMG-G21 | GDDR6 | 12 GB
Current used price$291.99$286.87
Current new price$418.99$289.99
Relative performance1011
3DMark Time Spy-15,942
Performance per used dollar0.0350.038
VRAM12 GB12 GB
Board power170 W190 W
ArchitectureAmpereXe2-HPG
Release year20212024
Qualified sales710
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GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB GA106 | GDDR6 | 12 GB

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