GeForce GTX 460 vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce GTX 460
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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
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Performance Per Dollar
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 2010). 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 460 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 451% higher G3D Mark score and 966.7% more VRAM (8 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-451%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+451%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🏆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 GTX 460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 88% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 51.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+51.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 460 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce GTX 460
The GeForce GTX 460 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,275 points. Launch price was $229.
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 460 scores 2,275 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 451%. The GeForce GTX 460 is built on Fermi while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,275 | 12,535+451% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Ampere |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 336 | 2560+662% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.9072 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+903% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 56 | 80+43% |
| L1 Cache | 0.44 MB | 2.5 MB+468% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 | 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 460 comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 966.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 460) 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 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.75 GB | 8 GB+967% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 460) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | — | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 460 draws 160W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 20.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 8-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 130W-19% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 450W |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 14.2 | 96.4+579% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 460 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce GTX 460 costs 88% less ($184 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 91.0 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce GTX 460 offers 51.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199-20% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-88% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 91.0+52% | 60.0 |
| Codename | GF104 | GA106 |
| Release | July 12 2010 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #652 | #211 |
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