GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile vs GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)

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.•
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

114%

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

101%

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GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile

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100%

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Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

97%

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Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)

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GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)

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100%

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Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

86%

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Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

76%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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 0.1% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile).

Insight	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile	GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (Turing (2018−2022) / 12nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
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.

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)

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.

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1485 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,119 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile scores 10,125 and the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) reaches 10,119 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)). Boost clocks: 1492 MHz vs 1485 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile	GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)
G3D Mark Score	10,125	10,119
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2560+150%	1024
Boost Clock	1492 MHz	1485 MHz

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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 GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile	GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2.0	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)) — a 71.4% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile). Bus width: 96-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile	GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	168 GB/s	288 GB/s+71%
Bus Width	96-bit	192-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile	GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)
DirectX	12.2+2%	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs NVENC 6th Gen (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 4th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile	GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)
Encoder	7th Gen NVENC	NVENC 6th Gen
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	NVDEC 4th Gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)	H.264,H.265,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile draws 60W versus the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)'s 50W — a 18.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Mobile) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Mobile)). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.