GeForce RTX 3050 6GB vs Radeon RX 6500

CPU

GPU

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

2024Core: 1042 MHzBoost: 1470 MHz

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Radeon RX 6500

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Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

6 GB 70

10,749

+41.2%

GeForce GTX 770

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce GTX Titan

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

7,610

0.0%

Radeon R9 270 / R7 370

Radeon RX 5300M

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

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

✅+41.2% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $30 less on MSRP ($169 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
✅Delivers 66.3% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 38.2 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs 4 GB).

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).

Radeon RX 6500

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (7,610 vs 10,749).
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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17.8% HIGHER MSRP
$199 MSRPvs$169 MSRP

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

2024

Radeon RX 6500

Why buy it

✅+41.2% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $30 less on MSRP ($169 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
✅Delivers 66.3% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 63.6 vs 38.2 G3D/$ ($169 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs 4 GB).

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (7,610 vs 10,749).
❌Less VRAM, with 4 GB vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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17.8% HIGHER MSRP
$199 MSRPvs$169 MSRP

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3050 6GB better than Radeon RX 6500?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 41.2% higher PassMark G3D performance, DLSS 2 Super Resolution, and 6 GB vs 4 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2024 instead of 0, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

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 0, 41.2% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 6 GB instead of 4 GB, and the stronger feature stack with DLSS Super Resolution instead of FSR 3 + AFMF. 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 today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is about $30 cheaper on MSRP at $169 MSRP versus $199 MSRP, and you are getting 41.2% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 66.3%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.

Is Radeon RX 6500 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. Radeon RX 6500 is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around $199 MSRP, even if GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

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

Radeon RX 6500 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
1080p
low	109 FPS	78 FPS
medium	92 FPS	68 FPS
high	77 FPS	54 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	35 FPS
1440p
low	95 FPS	71 FPS
medium	81 FPS	60 FPS
high	59 FPS	43 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	28 FPS
4K
low	30 FPS	25 FPS
medium	28 FPS	24 FPS
high	19 FPS	16 FPS
ultra	16 FPS	14 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
1080p
low	174 FPS	106 FPS
medium	149 FPS	73 FPS
high	118 FPS	49 FPS
ultra	87 FPS	33 FPS
1440p
low	129 FPS	72 FPS
medium	106 FPS	44 FPS
high	83 FPS	32 FPS
ultra	62 FPS	23 FPS
4K
low	74 FPS	34 FPS
medium	62 FPS	23 FPS
high	48 FPS	18 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	13 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
1080p
low	484 FPS	299 FPS
medium	387 FPS	258 FPS
high	322 FPS	196 FPS
ultra	242 FPS	160 FPS
1440p
low	363 FPS	221 FPS
medium	290 FPS	198 FPS
high	242 FPS	157 FPS
ultra	181 FPS	121 FPS
4K
low	242 FPS	135 FPS
medium	193 FPS	117 FPS
high	161 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	121 FPS	53 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
1080p
low	243 FPS	131 FPS
medium	210 FPS	107 FPS
high	171 FPS	91 FPS
ultra	144 FPS	77 FPS
1440p
low	185 FPS	99 FPS
medium	166 FPS	82 FPS
high	131 FPS	71 FPS
ultra	109 FPS	58 FPS
4K
low	104 FPS	58 FPS
medium	87 FPS	47 FPS
high	69 FPS	37 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	29 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 6GB and Radeon RX 6500

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.

Radeon RX 6500

The Radeon RX 6500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in sem dados. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,610 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB scores 10,749 versus the Radeon RX 6500's 7,610 — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB leads by 41.2%.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
G3D Mark Score	10,749+41%	7,610

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6500 is support for FSR Frame Generation + AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.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 Radeon RX 6500 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	FSR 3
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR Frame Generation + AFMF
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 6500 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 168 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 144 GB/s (Radeon RX 6500) — a 16.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. Bus width: 96-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
VRAM Capacity	6 GB+50%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	168 GB/s+17%	144 GB/s
Bus Width	96-bit+50%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 6500). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (5th Gen) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs None (Radeon RX 6500). Decoder: NVDEC (7th Gen) vs VCN 3.0. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only) (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6500).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
Encoder	NVENC (5th Gen)	None
Decoder	NVDEC (7th Gen)	VCN 3.0
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1 (Decode Only)	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 70W versus the Radeon RX 6500's 75W — a 6.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 400W (Radeon RX 6500). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 160mm vs 172mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 6GB	Radeon RX 6500
TDP	70W-7%	75W
Recommended PSU	300W-25%	400W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	160mm	172mm
Height	—	112mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	153.6+51%	101.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB launched at $169 MSRP, while the Radeon RX 6500 launched at $199. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB costs 15.1% less ($30 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 63.6 (GeForce RTX 3050 6GB) vs 38.2 (Radeon RX 6500) — the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers 66.5% better value.