
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile vs Arc A730M

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB 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 3050 6GB Mobile
Performance Per Dollar Arc A730M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Arc A730M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) |
| 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 (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB 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 3050 6GB Mobile and Arc A730M

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2023. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1237 MHz to 1492 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,125 points.

Arc A730M
The Arc A730M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 2050 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,808 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile scores 10,125 and the Arc A730M reaches 9,808 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is built on Ampere while the Arc A730M uses Generation 12.7, both on 8 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 3,072 (Arc A730M). Boost clocks: 1492 MHz vs 2050 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,125+3% | 9,808 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Generation 12.7 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 3072+20% |
| Boost Clock | 1492 MHz | 2050 MHz+37% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Arc A730M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Arc A730M has 12 GB. The Arc A730M offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 336 GB/s (Arc A730M) — a 100% advantage for the Arc A730M. Bus width: 96-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 168 GB/s | 336 GB/s+100% |
| Bus Width | 96-bit | 192-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 12.2 (Arc A730M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs Xe Media Engine (Arc A730M). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs Xe Media Engine. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Arc A730M).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | Xe Media Engine |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | Xe Media Engine |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile draws 60W versus the Arc A730M's 80W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 500W (Arc A730M). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile | Arc A730M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 60W-25% | 80W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 168.8+38% | 122.6 |
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