Radeon RX 8050S vs Radeon RX 8060S

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 8050S

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Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

143%

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Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

127%

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Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

122%

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

110%

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

106%

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Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

101%

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Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 8060S

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Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

133%

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Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

127%

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Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

126%

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Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

108%

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Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

102%

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Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

100%

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Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 8050S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX 8060S.

Insight	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 3.5 / Standard Node)	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 3.5 / Standard Node)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	⚠️ Potential Buffer Bottleneck	⚠️ Potential Buffer Bottleneck
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 8050S offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $400 versus $500 for the Radeon RX 8060S, it costs 20% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 26.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+26.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($400)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)

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.

Radeon RX 8050S Benchmark Check

Radeon RX 8060S Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 8050S and Radeon RX 8060S

Radeon RX 8050S

The Radeon RX 8050S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2800 MHz. It has 32 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,167 points.

Radeon RX 8060S

The Radeon RX 8060S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The boost clock speed is 2900 MHz. It has 40 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,000 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 8050S scores 16,167 and the Radeon RX 8060S reaches 16,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 32 (Radeon RX 8050S) vs 40 (Radeon RX 8060S). Boost clocks: 2800 MHz vs 2900 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
G3D Mark Score	16,167+1%	16,000
Shading Units	32	40+25%
Boost Clock	2800 MHz	2900 MHz+4%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 0 MB of LPDDR5X (Shared). Bus width: System Shared vs System Shared.

Feature	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
VRAM Capacity	none	none
Memory Type	LPDDR5X (Shared)	LPDDR5X (Shared)
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s (Max)	256 GB/s (Max)
Bus Width	System Shared	System Shared

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 8050S) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 8060S). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
DirectX	12.2	12.2
Vulkan	1.4	1.4
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 4.5 (Radeon RX 8050S) vs VCN 4.5 (Radeon RX 8060S). Decoder: VCN 4.5 vs VCN 4.5. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 8050S) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 8060S).

Feature	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
Encoder	VCN 4.5	VCN 4.5
Decoder	VCN 4.5	VCN 4.5
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 8050S draws 55W versus the Radeon RX 8060S's 55W — a 0% difference. The Radeon RX 8060S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 8050S) vs 650W (Radeon RX 8060S). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.

Feature	Radeon RX 8050S	Radeon RX 8060S
TDP	55W	55W
Recommended PSU	650W	650W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	85°C	85°C
Perf/Watt	293.9+1%	290.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 8050S launched at $400 MSRP and currently averages $400, while the Radeon RX 8060S launched at $500 and now averages $500. The Radeon RX 8050S costs 20% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.4 (Radeon RX 8050S) vs 32.0 (Radeon RX 8060S) — the Radeon RX 8050S offers 26.2% better value.