Arc 7-Cores iGPU vs GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Arc 7-Cores iGPU

15

9,349

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

60

9,494

+1.6%

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)

GeForce GTX Titan

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

TITAN V CEO Edition

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

#100

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

270%

#102

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

245%

#103

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

244%

#107

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

222%

#108

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

220%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

100%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

97%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

95%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

95%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

95%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

95%

#121

Radeon HD 6970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48

94%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc 7-Cores iGPU.

Insight	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%)
Longevity	Xe LPG (2023) (5nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	Standard Buffer (0 MB)	🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Arc 7-Cores iGPU Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Arc 7-Cores iGPU and GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

Arc 7-Cores iGPU

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 2200 MHz. It has 7 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,349 points.

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1238 MHz to 1500 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,494 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU scores 9,349 and the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile reaches 9,494 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU is built on Xe LPG while the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 7 (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 2,048 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Boost clocks: 2200 MHz vs 1500 MHz.

Feature	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
G3D Mark Score	9,349	9,494+2%
Architecture	Xe LPG	Ampere
Process Node	5 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	7	2048+29157%
Boost Clock	2200 MHz+47%	1500 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
Upscaling Tech	XeSS	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
VRAM Capacity	Shared	4 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	System	192 GB/s
Bus Width	System	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
DirectX	12.2	12.2
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Xe Media Engine (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs NVENC 8.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Decoder: Xe Media Engine vs PureVideo HD VP11. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266 (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile).

Feature	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
Encoder	Xe Media Engine	NVENC 8.0
Decoder	Xe Media Engine	PureVideo HD VP11
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1,H.266	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU draws 15W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile's 60W — a 120% difference. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	Arc 7-Cores iGPU	GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
TDP	15W-75%	60W
Recommended PSU	500W	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Mobile
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	623.3+294%	158.2

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Value Analysis

The Arc 7-Cores iGPU costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Arc 7-Cores iGPU) vs 63.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile) — the Arc 7-Cores iGPU offers Infinity% better value. The Arc 7-Cores iGPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2021).