Quadro P2200 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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Quadro P2200 is positioned at rank #72 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P2200
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 33.5% higher G3D Mark score and 60% more VRAM (8 GB vs 5 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P2200.
| Insight | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-33.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+33.5%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (16nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (5 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $227 for the Quadro P2200, it costs 8% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 45.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+45.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($227) | ✅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 Quadro P2200 and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Quadro P2200
The Quadro P2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 10 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1493 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,386 points.
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 Quadro P2200 scores 9,386 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 33.5%. The Quadro P2200 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 16 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Quadro P2200) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 3.822 TFLOPS (Quadro P2200) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 1493 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,386 | 12,535+34% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 2560+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.822 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+138% |
| Boost Clock | 1493 MHz | 1777 MHz+19% |
| ROPs | 40+25% | 32 |
| TMUs | 80 | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 0.47 MB | 2.5 MB+432% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB | 2 MB+60% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro P2200 comes with 5 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 60% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.25 MB (Quadro P2200) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 5 GB | 8 GB+60% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB | 2 MB+60% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro P2200) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro P2200) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: 3rd Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro P2200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 6th Gen NVENC | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | 3rd Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro P2200 draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 53.7% difference. The Quadro P2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro P2200) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 201mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 66°C.
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-42% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 450W-10% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 201mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 66°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 125.1+30% | 96.4 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro P2200 launched at $429 MSRP and currently averages $227, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 7.9% less ($18 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.3 (Quadro P2200) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 45.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | Quadro P2200 | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $429 | $249-42% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $227 | $209-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.3 | 60.0+45% |
| Codename | GP106 | GA106 |
| Release | June 10 2019 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #281 | #211 |
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