GeForce RTX 3050 6GB vs Radeon 780M

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

2024

Why buy it

✅+55.6% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 0 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs 4 GB).

Trade-offs

❌366.7% higher power demand at 70W vs 15W.

Radeon 780M

2024

Why buy it

✅Draws 15W instead of 70W, a 55W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (6,906 vs 10,749).
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR Upscaling / FSR 4 (2025) instead.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 63.6 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $169 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

2024

Radeon 780M

2024

Why buy it

✅+55.6% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 0 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs 4 GB).

Why buy it

✅Draws 15W instead of 70W, a 55W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌366.7% higher power demand at 70W vs 15W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (6,906 vs 10,749).
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR Upscaling / FSR 4 (2025) instead.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 63.6 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $169 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3050 6GB better than Radeon 780M?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 55.6% higher PassMark G3D performance, DLSS 2 Super Resolution, and 6 GB vs 4 GB of VRAM.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 55.6% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 6 GB instead of 4 GB, and the stronger feature stack with DLSS Super Resolution instead of FSR upscaling. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $169 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 55.6% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.

Is Radeon 780M still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. Radeon 780M is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around an unclear MSRP, even if GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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 Benchmark Check

Radeon 780M Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
1080p
low	109 FPS	93 FPS
medium	92 FPS	78 FPS
high	77 FPS	65 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	43 FPS
1440p
low	95 FPS	80 FPS
medium	81 FPS	68 FPS
high	59 FPS	51 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	32 FPS
4K
low	30 FPS	29 FPS
medium	28 FPS	27 FPS
high	19 FPS	18 FPS
ultra	16 FPS	16 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
1080p
low	174 FPS	96 FPS
medium	149 FPS	67 FPS
high	118 FPS	47 FPS
ultra	87 FPS	32 FPS
1440p
low	129 FPS	67 FPS
medium	106 FPS	45 FPS
high	83 FPS	33 FPS
ultra	62 FPS	23 FPS
4K
low	74 FPS	35 FPS
medium	62 FPS	25 FPS
high	48 FPS	20 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	13 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Open Radeon 780M

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
1080p
low	484 FPS	310 FPS
medium	387 FPS	249 FPS
high	322 FPS	206 FPS
ultra	242 FPS	155 FPS
1440p
low	363 FPS	227 FPS
medium	290 FPS	186 FPS
high	242 FPS	155 FPS
ultra	181 FPS	117 FPS
4K
low	242 FPS	137 FPS
medium	193 FPS	123 FPS
high	161 FPS	83 FPS
ultra	121 FPS	59 FPS

Open GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Open Radeon 780M

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
1080p
low	243 FPS	173 FPS
medium	210 FPS	136 FPS
high	171 FPS	112 FPS
ultra	144 FPS	88 FPS
1440p
low	185 FPS	119 FPS
medium	166 FPS	96 FPS
high	131 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	109 FPS	65 FPS
4K
low	104 FPS	71 FPS
medium	87 FPS	57 FPS
high	69 FPS	45 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	33 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 6GB and Radeon 780M

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.

Radeon 780M

The Radeon 780M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2024. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 800 MHz to 2900 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 12 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,906 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB scores 10,749 versus the Radeon 780M's 6,906 — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB leads by 55.6%. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is built on Ampere while the Radeon 780M uses RDNA 3.0, both on 8 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 768 (Radeon 780M). Raw compute: 6.774 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 8.909 TFLOPS (Radeon 780M). Boost clocks: 1470 MHz vs 2900 MHz. Ray tracing: 18 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12 (Radeon 780M) with 72 Tensor cores.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
G3D Mark Score	10,749+56%	6,906
Architecture	Ampere	RDNA 3.0
Process Node	8 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	2304+200%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.774 TFLOPS	8.909 TFLOPS+32%
Boost Clock	1470 MHz	2900 MHz+97%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	72+50%	48
L1 Cache	2.3 MB+820%	0.25 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	18+50%	12

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon 780M relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	FSR Upscaling / FSR 4
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon 780M has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 96-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
VRAM Capacity	6 GB+50%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	168 GB/s	System
Bus Width	96-bit	System
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12.2 (Radeon 780M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (5th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon 780M). Decoder: NVDEC (7th Gen) vs VCN 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon 780M).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon 780M
Encoder	NVENC (5th Gen)	VCN 4.0
Decoder	NVDEC (7th Gen)	VCN 4.0
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only)	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 70W versus the Radeon 780M's 15W — a 129.4% difference. The Radeon 780M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 350W (Radeon 780M). Power connectors: None vs None. Card length: 160mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.