GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
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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 GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Why is GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile better than GeForce RTX 3050 OEM?
The battle between the budget enthusiast GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and the previous-gen high-end GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile highlights the gap between modern entry-level and legacy mobile muscle. Despite being older, the RTX 2070 Super Mobile generally holds a solid 15-20% lead in raw rendering benchmarks, providing better throughput for sustained high-performance sessions in a laptop.
Technically, the older mobile chip features a wider memory bus and more powerful core configuration that allows for better stability at 1440p resolutions. The RTX 3050 8GB, however, offers superior efficiency and a larger VRAM buffer that provides more headroom for modern high-res textures in 1080p environments. Moving between these two is a choice between a legacy portable powerhouse and a modern budget stationary engine. For enthusiasts seeking the most immersion, the 20-series mobile chip remains a surprisingly robust performer in 2026.
The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is the winner in absolute raw rendering performance and bandwidth. it remains a world-class option for high-end legacy laptops. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the winner for budget-conscious builders who priority modern efficiency and the latest Ampere features for stable stationary gaming. however, for any professional looking for the most immersion between these two, the 20-series chip provides the superior speed.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 52.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+52.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-52.7%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Turing / 12nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 RTX 2070 Super Mobile and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 2 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1140 MHz to 1380 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,157 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 RTX 2070 Super Mobile scores 18,157 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile leads by 52.7%. The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 7.066 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 1380 MHz vs 1755 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) with 320 Tensor cores vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 18,157+53% | 11,892 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.066 TFLOPS | 8.986 TFLOPS+27% |
| Boost Clock | 1380 MHz | 1755 MHz+27% |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 160+100% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40+100% | 20 |
| Tensor Cores | 320+300% | 80 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — a 100% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s+100% | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 4+300% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 6th Gen NVENC | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | 4th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile draws 115W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 12.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: Mobile vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 235mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W-12% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 450W-31% |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 235mm |
| Height | 0mm | 124mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 157.9+73% | 91.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $150 |
| Codename | TU104B | GA106 |
| Release | April 2 2020 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #172 | #224 |
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