Quadro P520 vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Quadro P520
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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 P520 is positioned at rank #111 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 P520
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 484.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P520.
| Insight | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-484.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+484.7%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 484.7% better value per dollar than the Quadro P520.
| Insight | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+484.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 P520 and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Quadro P520
The Quadro P520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1303 MHz to 1493 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 18W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,034 points.
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 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: 11,892 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro P520 scores 2,034 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 484.7%. The Quadro P520 is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 14 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 384 (Quadro P520) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 1.147 TFLOPS (Quadro P520) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 1493 MHz vs 1755 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,034 | 11,892+485% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 2560+567% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.147 TFLOPS | 8.986 TFLOPS+683% |
| Boost Clock | 1493 MHz | 1755 MHz+18% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 24 | 80+233% |
| L1 Cache | 0.14 MB | 2.5 MB+1686% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 P520 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro P520) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro P520 draws 18W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 151.4% difference. The Quadro P520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P520) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 18W-86% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 235mm |
| Height | — | 124mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 113.0+23% | 91.5 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro P520 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.6 (Quadro P520) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 483.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | Quadro P520 | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-40% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.6 | 79.3+483% |
| Codename | GP108 | GA106 |
| Release | May 23 2019 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #677 | #224 |
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