GeForce RTX 3080 12GB vs RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
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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 3080 12GB
Performance Per Dollar RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.2%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB 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 3080 12GB and RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1260 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,569 points. Launch price was $799.
RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 1500 MHz. It has 5120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,267 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB scores 26,569 versus the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU's 25,267 — the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB leads by 5.2%. The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB is built on Ampere while the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 8,960 (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 5,120 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Raw compute: 30.64 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 15.82 TFLOPS (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1500 MHz. Ray tracing: 70 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 40 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) with 280 Tensor cores vs 160.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,569+5% | 25,267 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 8960+75% | 5120 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 30.64 TFLOPS+94% | 15.82 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz+14% | 1500 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+50% | 64 |
| TMUs | 280+75% | 160 |
| L1 Cache | 8.8 MB+76% | 5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 48 MB+700% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 70+75% | 40 |
| Tensor Cores | 280+75% | 160 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 12 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 912 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 432 GB/s (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) — a 111.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 48 MB (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) — the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 912 GB/s+111% | 432 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 48 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs NVENC 8th Gen (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB draws 350W versus the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU's 115W — a 101.1% difference. The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) vs 650W (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 285mm vs 105mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 115W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 650W-13% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 285mm | 105mm |
| Height | 112mm | 82mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 75.9 | 219.7+189% |
Value Analysis
The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1250 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | — |
| Codename | GA102 | AD104 |
| Release | January 11 2022 | March 21 2023 |
| Ranking | #38 | #81 |
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