Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
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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 Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 62.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB.
| Insight | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+62.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-62.4%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 4.0 (2025) / 4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (260mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $349 for the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB, it costs 40% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 2.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($349) | ✅More affordable ($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 9060 XT 16 GB and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2025. It features the RDNA 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1700 MHz to 3130 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,352 points. Launch price was $349.
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 9060 XT 16 GB scores 20,352 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB leads by 62.4%. The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB is built on RDNA 4.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 4 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 25.64 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 3130 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 32 RT cores (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 80.
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 20,352+62% | 12,535 |
| Architecture | RDNA 4.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2560+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 25.64 TFLOPS+182% | 9.098 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 3130 MHz+76% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+60% | 80 |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 32+60% | 20 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | 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 RX 9060 XT 16 GB comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 320 GB/s (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — a 42.9% advantage for the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 320 GB/s+43% | 224 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCN 5.0 (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: VCN 5.0 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCN 5.0 | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | VCN 5.0 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB draws 160W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 20.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 260mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 78 vs 66°C.
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 130W-19% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 450W-18% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 260mm | 242mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 78 | 66°C-15% |
| Perf/Watt | 127.2+32% | 96.4 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $349, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 40.1% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.3 (Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 2.9% better value. The Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $249-29% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $349 | $209-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.3 | 60.0+3% |
| Codename | Navi 44 | GA106 |
| Release | June 4 2025 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #77 | #211 |
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