GeForce RTX 3080 vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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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
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 100% higher G3D Mark score and 25% more VRAM (10 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+100%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-100%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (10 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3080 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $400 (vs $209), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 4.5% better value per dollar than the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) | ✅More affordable ($209) |
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 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce RTX 3080
The GeForce RTX 3080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1440 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 8704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 68 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,071 points. Launch price was $699.
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 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: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3080 scores 25,071 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3080 leads by 100%. The GeForce RTX 3080 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 8,704 (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 29.77 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 68 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) with 272 Tensor cores vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 25,071+100% | 12,535 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 8704+240% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.77 TFLOPS+227% | 9.098 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz | 1777 MHz+4% |
| ROPs | 96+200% | 32 |
| TMUs | 272+240% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 8.5 MB+240% | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 5 MB+150% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 68+240% | 20 |
| Tensor Cores | 272+240% | 80 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3080 comes with 10 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3080 offers 25% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 760 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — a 239.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080. Bus width: 320-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 5 MB (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3080 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 10 GB+25% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 760 GB/s+239% | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 320-bit+150% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 5 MB+150% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3080) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3080 draws 320W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 84.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 285mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 66°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 320W | 130W-59% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 450W-40% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 285mm | 242mm |
| Height | 112mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | 66°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 78.3 | 96.4+23% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3080 launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $400, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 47.8% less ($191 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 62.7 (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3080 offers 4.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $249-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $400 | $209-48% |
| Performance per Dollar | 62.7+5% | 60.0 |
| Codename | GA102 | GA106 |
| Release | September 1 2020 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #41 | #211 |
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