GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU vs GeForce RTX 3060
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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 Laptop GPU
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 39.9% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-39.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+39.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3060 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU and GeForce RTX 3060
GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,144 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU scores 12,144 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 39.9%. The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 20 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 80 Tensor cores vs 112.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,144 | 16,995+40% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 3584+40% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS | 12.74 TFLOPS+40% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 48+50% |
| TMUs | 80 | 112+40% |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB | 3.5 MB+40% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 3 MB+50% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 20 | 28+40% |
| Tensor Cores | 80 | 112+40% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 192 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 87.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 360 GB/s+88% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 3 MB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (7th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: NVDEC (7th Gen) vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode),VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (7th Gen) | NVENC 7th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (7th Gen) | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode),VP9 | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU draws 130W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 26.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 82°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-24% | 170W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 82°C | 75-9% |
| Perf/Watt | 93.4 | 100.0+7% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2021).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $289 |
| Codename | GA106 | GA106 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | January 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #211 | #114 |
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