GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU vs Intel Arc Pro A60
GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU is positioned at rank 40 and the Intel Arc Pro A60 is on rank 60, so the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU
Performance Per Dollar Intel Arc Pro A60
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Intel Arc Pro A60 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% 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 4GB Laptop GPU.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel Arc Pro A60 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 3050 4GB Laptop GPU and Intel Arc Pro A60
GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 27 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1545 MHz to 1740 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,489 points. Launch price was $199.
Intel Arc Pro A60
The Intel Arc Pro A60 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in June 6 2023. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 2050 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,493 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU scores 9,489 and the Intel Arc Pro A60 reaches 9,493 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU is built on Ampere while the Intel Arc Pro A60 uses Generation 12.7, both on 8 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs 2,048 (Intel Arc Pro A60). Raw compute: 7.127 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs 8.397 TFLOPS (Intel Arc Pro A60). Boost clocks: 1740 MHz vs 2050 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs 16 (Intel Arc Pro A60) with 64 Tensor cores vs 256.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,489 | 9,493 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Generation 12.7 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.127 TFLOPS | 8.397 TFLOPS+18% |
| Boost Clock | 1740 MHz | 2050 MHz+18% |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 64 | 128+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 12 MB+500% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Tensor Cores | 64 | 256+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Intel Arc Pro A60 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs 12 MB (Intel Arc Pro A60) — the Intel Arc Pro A60 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 12 MB+500% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs 12.2 (Intel Arc Pro A60). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (7th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs Intel Xe Media Engine (Intel Arc Pro A60). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs Intel Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Intel Arc Pro A60).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (7th Gen) | Intel Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | Intel Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU draws 90W versus the Intel Arc Pro A60's 130W — a 36.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU) vs 500W (Intel Arc Pro A60). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 90W-31% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 241mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 105.4+44% | 73.0 |
Value Analysis
The Intel Arc Pro A60 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | Intel Arc Pro A60 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $380 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $380 |
| Codename | GA107 | DG2-256 |
| Release | January 27 2022 | June 6 2023 |
| Ranking | #276 | #275 |
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