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 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅Costs $71 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Delivers 27.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 40.4 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs Unknown).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
❌209.1% higher power demand at 170W vs 55W.

Radeon RX 8050S

2025

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
✅Draws 55W instead of 170W, a 115W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3060 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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21.6% HIGHER MSRP
$400 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 40.4 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($400 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Radeon RX 8050S

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $71 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Delivers 27.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 40.4 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs Unknown).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Why buy it

✅Access to a newer frame-generation stack with FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
✅Draws 55W instead of 170W, a 115W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌No equivalent frame-generation stack like FSR Frame Generation + AFMF (2023).
❌209.1% higher power demand at 170W vs 55W.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on FSR 3 (2023) instead.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3060 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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21.6% HIGHER MSRP
$400 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 40.4 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($400 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 3060 better than Radeon RX 8050S?

Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 16,995 vs 16,167 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce RTX 3060 is the overall package: you are getting DLSS Super Resolution.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more VRAM at 12 GB instead of Unknown, the stronger feature stack with DLSS Super Resolution instead of FSR 3 + AFMF, and a 8nm process instead of Unknown node. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 3060 can still make sense if you find it at the right price, especially around $329 MSRP. GeForce RTX 3060 is still the smarter buy for most people, though, because the raw performance is close while the overall package is cleaner. GeForce RTX 3060 is about $71 cheaper on MSRP at $329 MSRP versus $400 MSRP, and you are getting 5.1% higher G3D Mark. Radeon RX 8050S is the newer 2025 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and lower power draw (55W vs 170W) than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.

When does Radeon RX 8050S make more sense than GeForce RTX 3060?

Yes. Radeon RX 8050S is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (55W vs 170W), and staying closer to $400 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce RTX 3060. The trade-off is that GeForce RTX 3060 currently gives you 5.1% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 27.8%.

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 3060 Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 8050S Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	149 FPS	85 FPS
medium	131 FPS	74 FPS
high	118 FPS	54 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	35 FPS
1440p
low	126 FPS	70 FPS
medium	104 FPS	60 FPS
high	92 FPS	40 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	25 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	26 FPS
medium	58 FPS	25 FPS
high	39 FPS	16 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	14 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	354 FPS	124 FPS
medium	310 FPS	87 FPS
high	249 FPS	59 FPS
ultra	195 FPS	39 FPS
1440p
low	222 FPS	81 FPS
medium	196 FPS	49 FPS
high	160 FPS	36 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	27 FPS
4K
low	110 FPS	38 FPS
medium	94 FPS	25 FPS
high	77 FPS	20 FPS
ultra	60 FPS	15 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	765 FPS	297 FPS
medium	612 FPS	255 FPS
high	510 FPS	176 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	148 FPS
1440p
low	535 FPS	226 FPS
medium	432 FPS	199 FPS
high	366 FPS	142 FPS
ultra	287 FPS	114 FPS
4K
low	367 FPS	141 FPS
medium	298 FPS	122 FPS
high	221 FPS	78 FPS
ultra	176 FPS	57 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
1080p
low	523 FPS	123 FPS
medium	452 FPS	92 FPS
high	383 FPS	71 FPS
ultra	319 FPS	60 FPS
1440p
low	428 FPS	93 FPS
medium	371 FPS	71 FPS
high	298 FPS	54 FPS
ultra	245 FPS	45 FPS
4K
low	279 FPS	58 FPS
medium	259 FPS	44 FPS
high	225 FPS	34 FPS
ultra	186 FPS	26 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3060 and Radeon RX 8050S

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.

Radeon RX 8050S

The Radeon RX 8050S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2800 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,167 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the Radeon RX 8050S's 16,167 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 5.1%. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 32 (Radeon RX 8050S). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 2800 MHz.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
G3D Mark Score	16,995+5%	16,167
Shading Units	3584+11100%	32
Boost Clock	1777 MHz	2800 MHz+58%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 8050S 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 3060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 3060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Radeon RX 8050S relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
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 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 8050S has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 256 GB/s (Max) (Radeon RX 8050S) — a 40.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 192-bit vs System Shared.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
VRAM Capacity	12 GB	none
Memory Type	GDDR6	LPDDR5X (Shared)
Memory Bandwidth	360 GB/s+41%	256 GB/s (Max)
Bus Width	192-bit	System Shared

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 8050S). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs VCN 4.5 (Radeon RX 8050S). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs VCN 4.5. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 8050S).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	VCN 4.5
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	VCN 4.5
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the Radeon RX 8050S's 55W — a 102.2% difference. The Radeon RX 8050S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 650W (Radeon RX 8050S). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3060	Radeon RX 8050S
TDP	170W	55W-68%
Recommended PSU	550W-15%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	242mm	0mm
Height	112mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	100.0	293.9+194%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP, while the Radeon RX 8050S launched at $400. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 17.8% less ($71 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 40.4 (Radeon RX 8050S) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 28% better value. The Radeon RX 8050S is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2021).