GeForce RTX 3050 6GB vs Quadro RTX 3000
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
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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
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Performance Per Dollar Quadro RTX 3000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is significantly newer (2024 vs 2018). The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro RTX 3000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro RTX 3000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% 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 6GB.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $891 for the Quadro RTX 3000, it costs 80% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 392.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+392.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($179) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($891) |
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 and Quadro RTX 3000
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 2 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1042 MHz to 1470 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 18 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,749 points. Launch price was $179.
Quadro RTX 3000
The Quadro RTX 3000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 13 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1770 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 260W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 72 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,858 points. Launch price was $9,999.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB scores 10,749 and the Quadro RTX 3000 reaches 10,858 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is built on Ampere while the Quadro RTX 3000 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 4,608 (Quadro RTX 3000). Raw compute: 6.774 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 16.31 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX 3000). Boost clocks: 1470 MHz vs 1770 MHz. Ray tracing: 18 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 72 (Quadro RTX 3000) with 72 Tensor cores vs 576.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,749 | 10,858+1% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304 | 4608+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.774 TFLOPS | 16.31 TFLOPS+141% |
| Boost Clock | 1470 MHz | 1770 MHz+20% |
| ROPs | 32 | 96+200% |
| TMUs | 72 | 288+300% |
| L1 Cache | 2.3 MB | 4.5 MB+96% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB+200% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 18 | 72+300% |
| Tensor Cores | 72 | 576+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 96-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 6 MB (Quadro RTX 3000) — the Quadro RTX 3000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 96-bit | 256-bit+167% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12.1 (Quadro RTX 3000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+30% | 1.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (5th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 7th Gen NVENC (Quadro RTX 3000). Decoder: NVDEC (7th Gen) vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro RTX 3000).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (5th Gen) | 7th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | NVDEC (7th Gen) | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 70W versus the Quadro RTX 3000's 260W — a 115.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 500W (Quadro RTX 3000). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 160mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W-73% | 260W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-40% | 500W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 160mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 153.6+267% | 41.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB launched at $169 MSRP and currently averages $179, while the Quadro RTX 3000 launched at $800 and now averages $891. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB costs 79.9% less ($712 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.1 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12.2 (Quadro RTX 3000) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 392.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Quadro RTX 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169-79% | $800 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $179-80% | $891 |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.1+393% | 12.2 |
| Codename | GA107 | TU102 |
| Release | February 2 2024 | August 13 2018 |
| Ranking | #252 | #78 |
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