Radeon RX 560X 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.
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Performance Per Dollar
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 275.3% 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 Radeon RX 560X.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-275.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+275.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🏆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 RX 560X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 81% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 39.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+39.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️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 RX 560X and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon RX 560X
The Radeon RX 560X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 11 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1175 MHz to 1275 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,340 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 RX 560X scores 3,340 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 275.3%. The Radeon RX 560X is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 14 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 2.611 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 560X) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 1275 MHz vs 1777 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,340 | 12,535+275% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 2560+150% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.611 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+248% |
| Boost Clock | 1275 MHz | 1777 MHz+39% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 64 | 80+25% |
| L1 Cache | 0.25 MB | 2.5 MB+900% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon RX 560X comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX 560X) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 560X draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 53.7% difference. The Radeon RX 560X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (Radeon RX 560X) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-42% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 400W-11% | 450W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 44.5 | 96.4+117% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 560X launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The Radeon RX 560X costs 80.9% less ($169 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 83.5 (Radeon RX 560X) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the Radeon RX 560X offers 39.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2018).
| Feature | Radeon RX 560X | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-48% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-81% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 83.5+39% | 60.0 |
| Codename | Polaris 21 | GA106 |
| Release | April 11 2018 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #556 | #211 |
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