Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H
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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 Ryzen 5 6600H
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 263.5% 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 Ryzen 5 6600H.
| Insight | Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-263.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+263.5%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm) | 🏆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 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $350 for the Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H, it costs 40% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 508.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+508.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350) | ✅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 Ryzen 5 6600H and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H
The Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 13 2021. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1626 MHz to 2491 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 132W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,448 points. Launch price was $329.
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 Ryzen 5 6600H scores 3,448 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 263.5%. The Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 7 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 8.928 TFLOPS (Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 2491 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 80.
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,448 | 12,535+264% |
| Architecture | RDNA 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792 | 2560+43% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 8.928 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+2% |
| Boost Clock | 2491 MHz+40% | 1777 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 112+40% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2.5 MB+400% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H | 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 Ryzen 5 6600H 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 Ryzen 5 6600H | 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 |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H draws 132W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 1.5% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 132W | 130W-2% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 26.1 | 96.4+269% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H launched at $350 MSRP and currently averages $350, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 40.3% less ($141 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.9 (Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 506.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2021).
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 5 6600H | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $350 | $249-29% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350 | $209-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.9 | 60.0+506% |
| Codename | Navi 23 | GA106 |
| Release | October 13 2021 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #150 | #211 |
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