Architect's technical teardown: VRAM capacity, memory bandwidth, TDP, and AI throughput — compared head-to-head for local LLM workloads.
The ultimate local LLM server. With massive unified memory, it effortlessly hosts 70B+ parameter models at lightning speeds with unbeatable thermal efficiency.
The ultimate budget entry card. 12GB of VRAM provides the vital headroom needed for Llama 3 and Stable Diffusion at minimum cost.
| Metric | Apple Mac Studio (M4 Ultra) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM | 128GB | 12GB |
| Memory Bandwidth | 820 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
| AI Throughput (TOPS) | 220 | 102 |
| TDP (Power Draw) | 200W | 170W |
| Est. Price | $3,999.99 | $249.99 |