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GeForce GTX 275
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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 GTX 275 is positioned at rank #217 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 GTX 275
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2009). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 275 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 829.2% higher G3D Mark score and 814.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 896 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 275.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-829.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+829.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🏆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 | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $249 for the GeForce GTX 275, it costs 16% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1007% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1007%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($249) | ✅More affordable ($209) |
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 GTX 275 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce GTX 275
The GeForce GTX 275 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 15 2009. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 633 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 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: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 275 scores 1,349 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 829.2%. The GeForce GTX 275 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 55 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 240 (GeForce GTX 275) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 0.6739 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 275) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,349 | 12,535+829% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 2560+967% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6739 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+1250% |
| ROPs | 28 | 32+14% |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 0.22 MB | 2 MB+809% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 275 comes with 896 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 814.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.22 MB (GeForce GTX 275) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.875 GB | 8 GB+814% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.22 MB | 2 MB+809% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 275) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11 (10_0) | 12 Ultimate+9% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GTX 275) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 275) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 275 draws 219W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 51% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 275) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 66°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 219W | 130W-41% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 450W-18% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 66°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 6.2 | 96.4+1455% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 275 launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $249, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 16.1% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.4 (GeForce GTX 275) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 1011.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 275 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249 | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $249 | $209-16% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.4 | 60.0+1011% |
| Codename | GT200B | GA106 |
| Release | January 15 2009 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #789 | #211 |
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