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

✅Costs $8,396 less on MSRP ($169 MSRP vs $8,565 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1169.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 5.0 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs $8,565 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 70W instead of 600W, a 530W reduction.
✅Measures 160mm instead of 304mm, a 144mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 6000 across 24 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 6 GB vs 48 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (72 vs 752), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: RTX PRO 6000 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

RTX PRO 6000

2025

Why buy it

✅207.8% more average FPS across 24 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅944.4% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (752 vs 72).
✅700% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (48 GB vs 6 GB).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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4968% HIGHER MSRP
$8,565 MSRPvs$169 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.0 vs 63.6 G3D/$ ($8,565 MSRP vs $169 MSRP).
❌757.1% higher power demand at 600W vs 70W.
❌90% longer card at 304mm vs 160mm.

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

2024

RTX PRO 6000

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $8,396 less on MSRP ($169 MSRP vs $8,565 MSRP).
✅Delivers 1169.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 5.0 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs $8,565 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 70W instead of 600W, a 530W reduction.
✅Measures 160mm instead of 304mm, a 144mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅207.8% more average FPS across 24 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅944.4% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (752 vs 72).
✅700% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (48 GB vs 6 GB).
✅More future proof: Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) on 5nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX PRO 6000 across 24 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 6 GB vs 48 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (72 vs 752), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: RTX PRO 6000 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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4968% HIGHER MSRP
$8,565 MSRPvs$169 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.0 vs 63.6 G3D/$ ($8,565 MSRP vs $169 MSRP).
❌757.1% higher power demand at 600W vs 70W.
❌90% longer card at 304mm vs 160mm.

Quick Answers

So, is RTX PRO 6000 better than GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?

Yes. RTX PRO 6000 is clearly the better overall GPU here. RTX PRO 6000 averages 207.8% more FPS across 24 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 42,899 vs 10,749 in G3D Mark. On top of that, RTX PRO 6000 is a 2025 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is a 2024 model from an older generation with DLSS Super Resolution. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

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

RTX PRO 6000 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2025 generation instead of 2024, 299.1% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 48 GB instead of 6 GB, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of DLSS Super Resolution. 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?

RTX PRO 6000 is about 4968.0% more expensive on MSRP at $8,565 MSRP versus $169 MSRP, and you are getting 207.8% more estimated average FPS across 24 tracked games in our benchmark data and 299.1% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, RTX PRO 6000 is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3050 6GB still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

Is GeForce RTX 3050 6GB still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $169 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, RTX PRO 6000 earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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

RTX PRO 6000 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
1080p
low	109 FPS	344 FPS
medium	92 FPS	328 FPS
high	77 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	218 FPS
1440p
low	95 FPS	328 FPS
medium	81 FPS	275 FPS
high	59 FPS	215 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	173 FPS
4K
low	30 FPS	195 FPS
medium	28 FPS	161 FPS
high	19 FPS	120 FPS
ultra	16 FPS	107 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
1080p
low	174 FPS	955 FPS
medium	149 FPS	790 FPS
high	118 FPS	620 FPS
ultra	87 FPS	526 FPS
1440p
low	129 FPS	759 FPS
medium	106 FPS	643 FPS
high	83 FPS	526 FPS
ultra	62 FPS	417 FPS
4K
low	74 FPS	414 FPS
medium	62 FPS	354 FPS
high	48 FPS	328 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	283 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
1080p
low	484 FPS	948 FPS
medium	387 FPS	775 FPS
high	322 FPS	701 FPS
ultra	242 FPS	606 FPS
1440p
low	363 FPS	731 FPS
medium	290 FPS	598 FPS
high	242 FPS	529 FPS
ultra	181 FPS	452 FPS
4K
low	242 FPS	506 FPS
medium	193 FPS	419 FPS
high	161 FPS	377 FPS
ultra	121 FPS	316 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
1080p
low	243 FPS	999 FPS
medium	210 FPS	999 FPS
high	171 FPS	930 FPS
ultra	144 FPS	827 FPS
1440p
low	185 FPS	895 FPS
medium	166 FPS	786 FPS
high	131 FPS	692 FPS
ultra	109 FPS	595 FPS
4K
low	104 FPS	646 FPS
medium	87 FPS	574 FPS
high	69 FPS	512 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	440 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 6GB and RTX PRO 6000

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.

RTX PRO 6000

The RTX PRO 6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 42,899 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB scores 10,749 versus the RTX PRO 6000's 42,899 — the RTX PRO 6000 leads by 299.1%. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is built on Ampere while the RTX PRO 6000 uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 24,064 (RTX PRO 6000). Raw compute: 6.774 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 115.8 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 6000). Boost clocks: 1470 MHz vs 2407 MHz. Ray tracing: 18 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 188 (RTX PRO 6000) with 72 Tensor cores vs 752.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
G3D Mark Score	10,749	42,899+299%
Architecture	Ampere	Blackwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	2304	24064+944%
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.774 TFLOPS	115.8 TFLOPS+1609%
Boost Clock	1470 MHz	2407 MHz+64%
ROPs	32	176+450%
TMUs	72	752+944%
L1 Cache	2.3 MB	23.5 MB+922%
L2 Cache	2 MB	128 MB+6300%
Ray Tracing Cores	18	188+944%
Tensor Cores	72	752+944%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTX PRO 6000 supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the RTX PRO 6000 has 48 GB. The RTX PRO 6000 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 960 GB/s (RTX PRO 6000) — a 471.4% advantage for the RTX PRO 6000. Bus width: 96-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 128 MB (RTX PRO 6000) — the RTX PRO 6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
VRAM Capacity	6 GB	48 GB+700%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	168 GB/s	960 GB/s+471%
Bus Width	96-bit	384-bit+300%
L2 Cache	2 MB	128 MB+6300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12.2 (RTX PRO 6000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
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 NVENC 9th Gen (RTX PRO 6000). Decoder: NVDEC (7th Gen) vs NVDEC 6th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (RTX PRO 6000).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
Encoder	NVENC (5th Gen)	NVENC 9th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC (7th Gen)	NVDEC 6th Gen
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only)	AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 70W versus the RTX PRO 6000's 600W — a 158.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 500W (RTX PRO 6000). Power connectors: None vs 16-pin. Card length: 160mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	RTX PRO 6000
TDP	70W-88%	600W
Recommended PSU	300W-40%	500W
Power Connector	None	16-pin
Length	160mm	304mm
Height	—	137mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	153.6+115%	71.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB launched at $169 MSRP, while the RTX PRO 6000 launched at $8565. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB costs 98% less ($8396 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 63.6 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 5.0 (RTX PRO 6000) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 1172% better value. The RTX PRO 6000 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).