GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
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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 4070 Ti SUPER
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Why is GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER better than GeForce RTX 3050 8GB?
The comparison between the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER illustrates the massive difference between an entry-level "Starter" card and an enthusiast-grade "Performance" card. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is consistently 150-200% faster on average, featuring 8,448 CUDA cores and 16GB of GDDR6X VRAM on a 256-bit bus. The RTX 3050, by comparison, is built for the budget-conscious 1080p gamer with 2,560 cores and 8GB of GDDR6 on a much narrower 128-bit bus. While the 3050 is a solid entry point for light gaming, the 4070 Ti SUPER is a 1440p powerhouse that can easily handle modern 4K gaming and professional creative tasks.
Technically, the 4070 Ti SUPER benefits from the AD103 GPU and the Ada Lovelace architecture, which includes specialized cores for DLSS 3 Frame Generation—a feature that can triple frame rates in supported titles compared to the DLSS 2 available on the 3050. The 16GB of VRAM on the 4070 Ti SUPER also provides important longevity for modern titles that are already pushing past 8GB at higher settings. Unless you are severely constrained by a low-wattage power supply or a strict budget, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER represents a total transformation in visual quality and consistency.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 153.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 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 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+153.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-153.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (310mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $800 for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, it costs 74% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 50.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+50.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800) | ✅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 4070 Ti SUPER and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2340 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 8448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 66 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,828 points. Launch price was $799.
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 4070 Ti SUPER scores 31,828 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER leads by 153.9%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 8,448 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 44.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 66 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) with 264 Tensor cores vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,828+154% | 12,535 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 8448+230% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 44.1 TFLOPS+385% | 9.098 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2610 MHz+47% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 96+200% | 32 |
| TMUs | 264+230% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 8.3 MB+232% | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+2300% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 66+230% | 20 |
| Tensor Cores | 264+230% | 80 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. 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 8GB lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER supports the newer DLSS 3.5 (including Frame Gen/Ray Reconstruction), whereas the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is capped at DLSS 2.0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — a 200% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s+200% | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+2300% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) 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 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (Dual) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen (Dual) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 74.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 310mm vs 242mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 66°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W | 130W-54% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 450W-40% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 310mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 72°C | 66°C-8% |
| Perf/Watt | 111.7+16% | 96.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 73.9% less ($591 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 50.8% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799 | $249-69% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800 | $209-74% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.8 | 60.0+51% |
| Codename | AD103 | GA106 |
| Release | January 8 2024 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #10 | #211 |
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