GeForce RTX 3050 6GB vs Tesla T4
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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Performance Per Dollar Tesla T4
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 Tesla T4 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla T4 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (6 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $1,000 for the Tesla T4, it costs 82% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 491.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+491.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($179) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000) |
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 Tesla T4
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.
Tesla T4
The Tesla T4 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 585 MHz to 1590 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,153 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB scores 10,749 versus the Tesla T4's 10,153 — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB leads by 5.9%. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is built on Ampere while the Tesla T4 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 2,560 (Tesla T4). Raw compute: 6.774 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 8.141 TFLOPS (Tesla T4). Boost clocks: 1470 MHz vs 1590 MHz. Ray tracing: 18 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 40 (Tesla T4) with 72 Tensor cores vs 320.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 10,749+6% | 10,153 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304 | 2560+11% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.774 TFLOPS | 8.141 TFLOPS+20% |
| Boost Clock | 1470 MHz | 1590 MHz+8% |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 72 | 160+122% |
| L1 Cache | 2.3 MB | 2.5 MB+9% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 18 | 40+122% |
| Tensor Cores | 72 | 320+344% |
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 Tesla T4 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla T4 has 8 GB. The Tesla T4 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 96-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 4 MB (Tesla T4) — the Tesla T4 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB+33% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 96-bit | 256-bit+167% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12 Ultimate (Tesla T4). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (5th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs NVENC (Turing) (Tesla T4). Decoder: NVDEC (7th Gen) vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 (Tesla T4).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (5th Gen) | NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (7th Gen) | NVDEC (Turing) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) | H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 70W versus the Tesla T4's 70W — a 0% difference. The Tesla T4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 500W (Tesla T4). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 160mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 76°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W | 70W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-40% | 500W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 160mm | 168mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-1% | 76°C |
| Perf/Watt | 153.6+6% | 145.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB launched at $169 MSRP and currently averages $179, while the Tesla T4 launched at $1880 and now averages $1000. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB costs 82.1% less ($821 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.1 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 10.2 (Tesla T4) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 489.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169-91% | $1880 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $179-82% | $1000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.1+489% | 10.2 |
| Codename | GA107 | TU104 |
| Release | February 2 2024 | September 13 2018 |
| Ranking | #252 | #260 |
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