GeForce GTX 760 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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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.
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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 2013). 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 760 Ti 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 136.2% 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 GTX 760 Ti.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-136.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+136.2%) |
| 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 | 📏 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 760 Ti, it costs 16% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 181.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+181.4%) |
| 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 760 Ti and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce GTX 760 Ti
The GeForce GTX 760 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 7 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 875 MHz to 928 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,307 points. Launch price was $699.
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 760 Ti scores 5,307 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 136.2%. The GeForce GTX 760 Ti is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,880 (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 5.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 928 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,307 | 12,535+136% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2880+13% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.345 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+70% |
| Boost Clock | 928 MHz | 1777 MHz+91% |
| ROPs | 48+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 240+200% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 0.23 MB | 2.5 MB+987% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | 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 760 Ti comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — a 16.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) 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 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 224 GB/s+17% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 12 Ultimate+9% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 3rd Gen (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 3rd Gen | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st Gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | — | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 760 Ti draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 63.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 130W-48% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 450W-10% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 241mm | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 21.2 | 96.4+355% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 760 Ti 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): 21.3 (GeForce GTX 760 Ti) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 181.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 760 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249 | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $249 | $209-16% |
| Performance per Dollar | 21.3 | 60.0+182% |
| Codename | GK110B | GA106 |
| Release | November 7 2013 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #278 | #211 |
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