GeForce RTX 3050 OEM vs Quadro P5200
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
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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 OEM
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P5200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P5200.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $240 for the Quadro P5200, it costs 38% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 63.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+63.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($240) |
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 OEM and Quadro P5200
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 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: 11,892 points.
Quadro P5200
The Quadro P5200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1556 MHz to 1746 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,650 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 11,892 and the Quadro P5200 reaches 11,650 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is built on Ampere while the Quadro P5200 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 2,560 (Quadro P5200). Raw compute: 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 8.94 TFLOPS (Quadro P5200). Boost clocks: 1755 MHz vs 1746 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 11,892+2% | 11,650 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 8.986 TFLOPS | 8.94 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1755 MHz | 1746 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 80 | 160+100% |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB+166% | 0.94 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Quadro P5200 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 OEM comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P5200 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 12.1 (Quadro P5200). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+18% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs NVENC 5.0 (Quadro P5200). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs PureVideo HD VP7. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro P5200).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC | NVENC 5.0 |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | PureVideo HD VP7 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM draws 130W versus the Quadro P5200's 100W — a 26.1% difference. The Quadro P5200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 500W (Quadro P5200). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 235mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 100W-23% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W-10% | 500W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 235mm | 0mm |
| Height | 124mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 91.5 | 116.5+27% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro P5200 launched at $500 and now averages $240. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM costs 37.5% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 48.5 (Quadro P5200) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 63.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM | Quadro P5200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-50% | $500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-38% | $240 |
| Performance per Dollar | 79.3+64% | 48.5 |
| Codename | GA106 | GP104 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | February 21 2018 |
| Ranking | #224 | #230 |
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