Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G
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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 7 4700G
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 391% 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 7 4700G.
| Insight | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-391%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+391%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (6nm) | 🏆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. Although it costs $209 (vs $100), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 134.9% better value per dollar than the Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G.
| Insight | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+134.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($100) | ⚠️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 Ryzen 7 4700G and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G
The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 8 2025. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1452 MHz to 2300 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 43W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,553 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 Ryzen 7 4700G scores 2,553 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 391%. The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is built on RDNA 3.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 6 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 16.49 TFLOPS (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 2300 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 80.
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,553 | 12,535+391% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792 | 2560+43% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 16.49 TFLOPS+81% | 9.098 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2300 MHz+29% | 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 7 4700G | 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 7 4700G 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 7 4700G | 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 7 4700G draws 43W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 100.6% difference. The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: None vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 43W-67% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-33% | 450W |
| Power Connector | None | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 66°C |
| Perf/Watt | 59.4 | 96.4+62% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G costs 52.2% less ($109 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.5 (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 135.3% better value. The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $249-17% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-52% | $209 |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.5 | 60.0+135% |
| Codename | Navi 33 | GA106 |
| Release | August 8 2025 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #229 | #211 |
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