GeForce FX 5100 vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
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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. The GeForce FX 5100 is positioned at rank #379 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5100
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 148550% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5100.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-148550%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+148550%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 9810% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5100.
| Insight | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+9810%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($10) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce FX 5100 and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
GeForce FX 5100
The GeForce FX 5100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8 points. Launch price was $1,999.
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,892 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce FX 5100 scores 8 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 148550%. The GeForce FX 5100 is built on Rankine while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce FX 5100) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5100) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 1755 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce FX 5100) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) with 680 Tensor cores vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8 | 11,892+148550% |
| Architecture | Rankine | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 21760+750% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 104.8 TFLOPS+1066% | 8.986 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2407 MHz+37% | 1755 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+450% | 32 |
| TMUs | 680+750% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 21.3 MB+752% | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+4700% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170+750% | 20 |
| Tensor Cores | 680+750% | 80 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce FX 5100 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (GeForce FX 5100) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce FX 5100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB+4700% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5100) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0a | 12.2+36% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 1.5 | 4.6+207% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce FX 5100) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: None vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2 (GeForce FX 5100) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | None | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce FX 5100 draws 575W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 126.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5100) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 160mm vs 235mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 65 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 575W | 130W-77% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 160mm | 235mm |
| Height | 100mm | 124mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 65-13% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.0 | 91.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce FX 5100 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The GeForce FX 5100 costs 93.3% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.8 (GeForce FX 5100) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 9812.5% better value. The GeForce FX 5100 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce FX 5100 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-60% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-93% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.8 | 79.3+9813% |
| Codename | GB202 | GA106 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #3 | #224 |
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