GeForce RTX 3050 6GB vs Quadro 410

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

2024Core: 1042 MHzBoost: 1470 MHz

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NVIDIA

Quadro 410

2013Core: 706 MHz

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Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

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

  • +2417.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
  • Delivers 2119.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 2.9 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs $149 MSRP).
  • Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
  • 1100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs 512 MB).
  • More future proof: Ampere (2020−2025) on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • Fewer clear downsides in this head-to-head, aside from the usual pricing and availability swings.

Quadro 410

2013

Why buy it

  • Costs $20 less on MSRP ($149 MSRP vs $169 MSRP).

Trade-offs

  • Lower PassMark G3D performance (427 vs 10,749).
  • Less VRAM, with 512 MB vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
  • Very weak future-proofing: 2013-era hardware with 512 MB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 2.9 vs 63.6 G3D/$ ($149 MSRP vs $169 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3050 6GB better than Quadro 410?
Yes. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 10,749 vs 427 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is a 2024 card with DLSS Super Resolution, while Quadro 410 is a 2013 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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?
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2013, 2417.3% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 6 GB instead of 512 MB, and better upscaling support with DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. 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 by a wide margin. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is about 13.4% more expensive on MSRP at $169 MSRP versus $149 MSRP, and you are getting 2417.3% higher G3D Mark. Quadro 410 really only makes sense now as a very cheap stopgap or a used-market placeholder.
Is Quadro 410 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?
No, not for a fresh gaming build. Quadro 410 is 2013 hardware with 512 MB of VRAM, 427 in G3D Mark, and no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That is simply too far behind to be an easy modern recommendation.

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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
1080p
low85 FPS19 FPS
medium72 FPS15 FPS
high60 FPS13 FPS
ultra40 FPS10 FPS
1440p
low74 FPS14 FPS
medium64 FPS12 FPS
high47 FPS10 FPS
ultra30 FPS7 FPS
4K
low27 FPS10 FPS
medium25 FPS8 FPS
high17 FPS6 FPS
ultra15 FPS5 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
1080p
low174 FPS19 FPS
medium149 FPS15 FPS
high118 FPS13 FPS
ultra87 FPS10 FPS
1440p
low129 FPS14 FPS
medium106 FPS12 FPS
high83 FPS10 FPS
ultra62 FPS7 FPS
4K
low74 FPS10 FPS
medium62 FPS8 FPS
high48 FPS6 FPS
ultra34 FPS5 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
1080p
low484 FPS19 FPS
medium387 FPS15 FPS
high322 FPS13 FPS
ultra242 FPS10 FPS
1440p
low363 FPS14 FPS
medium290 FPS12 FPS
high242 FPS10 FPS
ultra181 FPS7 FPS
4K
low242 FPS10 FPS
medium193 FPS8 FPS
high161 FPS6 FPS
ultra121 FPS5 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
1080p
low243 FPS19 FPS
medium210 FPS15 FPS
high171 FPS13 FPS
ultra144 FPS10 FPS
1440p
low185 FPS14 FPS
medium166 FPS12 FPS
high131 FPS10 FPS
ultra109 FPS7 FPS
4K
low104 FPS10 FPS
medium87 FPS8 FPS
high69 FPS6 FPS
ultra55 FPS5 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 6GB and Quadro 410

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

Quadro 410

The Quadro 410 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 1152 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 427 points. Launch price was $1,499.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB scores 10,749 versus the Quadro 410's 427 — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB leads by 2417.3%. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is built on Ampere while the Quadro 410 uses Kepler, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 1,152 (Quadro 410). Raw compute: 6.774 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 1.627 TFLOPS (Quadro 410).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
G3D Mark Score
10,749+2417%
427
Architecture
Ampere
Kepler
Process Node
8 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
2304+100%
1152
Compute (TFLOPS)
6.774 TFLOPS+316%
1.627 TFLOPS
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
72
96+33%
L1 Cache
2.3 MB+2456%
0.09 MB
L2 Cache
2 MB+300%
0.5 MB

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 Quadro 410 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Upscaling support
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 410 has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 96-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 0.5 MB (Quadro 410) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
VRAM Capacity
6 GB+1100%
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR5
Bus Width
96-bit+50%
64-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+300%
0.5 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 70W versus the Quadro 410's 100W — a 35.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 350W (Quadro 410). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
TDP
70W-30%
100W
Recommended PSU
300W-14%
350W
Power Connector
None
PCIe-powered
Length
160mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
Perf/Watt
153.6+3472%
4.3
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB launched at $169 MSRP, while the Quadro 410 launched at $149. The Quadro 410 costs 11.8% less ($20 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 63.6 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 2.9 (Quadro 410) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 2093.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2013).

FeatureGeForce RTX 3050 6GBQuadro 410
MSRP
$169
$149-12%
Performance per Dollar
63.6+2093%
2.9
Codename
GA107
GK104
Release
February 2 2024
July 23 2013
Ranking
#252
#604