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RX 7600 vs RTX 3060 — Which to choose in 2026?
The RX 7600 (240–290 €) and the RTX 3060 (190–250 € (occasion)) are two of the most popular GPUs in their price range. This comparison covers 1080p and 1440p performance, power draw, price, and helps you decide which card fits your build best.
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | RX 7600 | RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| TDP (reference) | ~165 W | ~170 W |
| Architecture | RDNA 3 (Navi 33) | Ampere (GA106) |
| Release year | 2023 | 2021 |
| Typical price (2026) | 240–290 € | 190–250 € (occasion) |
Indicative benchmarks (avg FPS, raster)
Rounded in-game averages (no DLSS Frame Generation). Useful to compare 1080p vs 1440p feel.
FPS (higher is better)
Cyberpunk 2077
1080p
1440p
Fortnite
1080p
1440p
Hogwarts Legacy
1080p
1440p
Call of Duty (Warzone)
1080p
1440p
Red Dead Redemption 2
1080p
1440p
Which GPU for your use case?
- Casual / single-playerBoth GPUs stay very playable at 1080p. The RX 7600 has more headroom in recent AAA titles and draws less power.
- 1080p competitive (high FPS)For competitive gaming both reach high FPS. The RX 7600 is slightly faster with better power efficiency.
- 1440p / light creationAt 1440p the gap widens in favour of the RX 7600. The RTX 3060 still makes sense for older titles or medium settings.
Bottom line
Pick the RX 7600 if buying new: better overall performance.
Choose the RTX 3060 if budget is tight — its 12 GB VRAM can be an advantage.
FPS varies with CPU, drivers, and scene. Use the PC4Games comparator for picks tied to your games.
RX 7600 or RTX 3060: quick summary
The RX 7600 delivers better overall performance in our benchmarks. The RTX 3060 stays competitive, especially as a value option on the used market.
At 1080p: the RX 7600 has more headroom in demanding titles. At 1440p: the gap widens — the RX 7600 is more comfortable targeting 60+ FPS at high/ultra settings.
Power draw and PSU compatibility
The RX 7600 has a TDP of 165W; the RTX 3060 draws 170W. The RX 7600 is more power-efficient — a notable advantage for small cases or PSUs under 650W.
Price and value in 2026
In 2026, the RX 7600 sells for around 240–290 € and the RTX 3060 for 190–250 € (occasion). The RX 7600 justifies its premium with higher performance, particularly at 1440p.
PC4Games
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PC4Games resources (methodology, data, glossary)
How we pick PCs and cite sources — for transparency and GEO.
