Radeon 820M vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon 820M
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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 Radeon 820M is positioned at rank #62 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 Radeon 820M
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 484.9% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (8 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 820M.
| Insight | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-484.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+484.9%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3+ (2024) (4nm) | 🏆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 | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon 820M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 88% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 42.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+42.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 Radeon 820M and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon 820M
The Radeon 820M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 2 2024. It features the RDNA 3+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2900 MHz. It has 128 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,143 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 Radeon 820M scores 2,143 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 484.9%. The Radeon 820M is built on RDNA 3+ while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 128 (Radeon 820M) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,143 | 12,535+485% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3+ | Ampere |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 128 | 2560+1900% |
| Boost Clock | 2900 MHz+63% | 1777 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon 820M | 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 | AMD Anti-Lag | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon 820M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | System | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Radeon 820M) 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 | Radeon 820M | 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: VCN 4.0 (Radeon 820M) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: VCN 4.0 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (Radeon 820M) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCN 4.0 | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | VCN 4.0 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon 820M draws 30W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 125% difference. The Radeon 820M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 820M) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 242mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 66°C.
| Feature | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-77% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 242mm |
| Height | 0mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 66°C-18% |
| Perf/Watt | 71.4 | 96.4+35% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon 820M costs 88% less ($184 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.7 (Radeon 820M) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the Radeon 820M offers 42.8% better value. The Radeon 820M is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2022).
| Feature | Radeon 820M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-88% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.7+43% | 60.0 |
| Codename | Krackan Point | GA106 |
| Release | June 2 2024 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #669 | #211 |
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