Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
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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 R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is positioned at rank #164 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is significantly newer (2022 vs 2014). The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 814.8% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop).
| Insight | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-814.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+814.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015)) | 🏆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 GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $35), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 113.4% better value per dollar than the Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop).
| Insight | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+113.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($35) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 14 2014. It features the GCN architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,300 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 Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) scores 1,300 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 814.8%. The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is built on GCN while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,300 | 11,892+815% |
| Architecture | GCN | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 2560+400% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | 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 | AMD Anti-Lag | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 2.0 | 8th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | UVD 4.2 | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) draws 30W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 125% difference. The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-77% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 235mm |
| Height | — | 124mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 43.3 | 91.5+111% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) launched at $173 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) costs 76.7% less ($115 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.1 (Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 113.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2014).
| Feature | Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop) | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $173-31% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-77% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 37.1 | 79.3+114% |
| Codename | Kaveri Spectre | GA106 |
| Release | January 14 2014 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #830 | #224 |
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