GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448
VS
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

2011Core: 732 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

2022Core: 1515 MHzBoost: 1755 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 OEM

#1
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $280
106%
#2
GeForce RTX 5060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
102%
#3
Radeon RX 5600 XT
MSRP: $279|Avg: $180
101%
#4
Radeon RX 9060
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
101%
#5
GeForce RTX 5050
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
101%
#6
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP: $249|Avg: $150
100%
#7
Arc A580
MSRP: $179|Avg: $179
99%
#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
98%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
97%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
97%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
96%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
96%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
94%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
94%
#15
Radeon RX 6500 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
94%
#16
GeForce RTX 3070
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
93%
#17
Radeon RX 6700
MSRP: $379|Avg: $300
92%
#18
Radeon RX 6600 XT
MSRP: $379|Avg: $170
91%
#19
Radeon RX590 GME
MSRP: $173|Avg: $115
91%
#20
Radeon RX 6650 XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $230
90%
#21
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is significantly newer (2022 vs 2011). 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 GTX 560 Ti 448 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 128.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448.

InsightGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-128.7%)
Leading raw performance (+128.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (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
Standard Size (267mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $30 versus $150 for the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM, it costs 80% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 118.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+118.6%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($30)
⚠️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 GTX 560 Ti 448 and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 29 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 210W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,200 points. Launch price was $289.

NVIDIA

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 GTX 560 Ti 448 scores 5,200 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 128.7%. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 448 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 1.312 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
G3D Mark Score
5,200
11,892+129%
Architecture
Fermi 2.0
Ampere
Process Node
40 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
448
2560+471%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.312 TFLOPS
8.986 TFLOPS+585%
ROPs
40+25%
32
TMUs
56
80+43%
L1 Cache
0.88 MB
2.5 MB+184%
L2 Cache
0.63 MB
2 MB+217%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — a 43.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM. Bus width: 320-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
8 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
156 GB/s
224 GB/s+44%
Bus Width
320-bit+150%
128-bit
L2 Cache
0.63 MB
2 MB+217%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
DirectX
12 (FL 11_0)
12.2+2%
OpenGL
4.2
4.6+10%
Max Displays
3
4+33%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Encoder
UVD 4.0
8th Gen NVENC
Decoder
PureVideo VP4
5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 draws 210W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 47.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 235mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 76°C vs 75°C.

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
TDP
210W
130W-38%
Recommended PSU
550W
450W-18%
Power Connector
2x 6-pin
8-pin
Length
267mm
235mm
Height
111mm
124mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
76°C
75°C-1%
Perf/Watt
24.8
91.5+269%
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 launched at $289 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 173.3 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers 118.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2011).

FeatureGeForce GTX 560 Ti 448GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
MSRP
$289
$249-14%
Avg Price (30d)
$30-80%
$150
Performance per Dollar
173.3+119%
79.3
Codename
GF110
GA106
Release
November 29 2011
January 4 2022
Ranking
#571
#224