GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
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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 GT 750M Mac Edition is positioned at rank #228 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 GT 750M Mac Edition
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is significantly newer (2022 vs 2013). The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 259.2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition.
| Insight | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-259.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+259.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🏆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 |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $150 for the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM, it costs 73% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 4.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️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 GT 750M Mac Edition and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition
The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 8 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 926 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.
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 GT 750M Mac Edition scores 3,311 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 259.2%. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 0.7112 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,311 | 11,892+259% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 2560+567% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7112 TFLOPS | 8.986 TFLOPS+1163% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 80+150% |
| L1 Cache | 0.03 MB | 2.5 MB+8233% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | 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 GT 750M Mac Edition comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (1st Gen) | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP5 | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition draws 50W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 88.9% difference. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-62% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 235mm |
| Height | — | 124mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 66.2 | 91.5+38% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition costs 73.3% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.8 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition offers 4.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-40% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-73% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.8+4% | 79.3 |
| Codename | GK107 | GA106 |
| Release | November 8 2013 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #735 | #224 |
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