Radeon X1900 GT vs GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon X1900 GT is positioned at rank #354 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon X1900 GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8045.2% higher G3D Mark score and 3100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1900 GT.
| Insight | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8045.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+8045.2%) |
| Longevity | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm) | 🏆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 OEM offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 986% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1900 GT.
| Insight | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+986%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 X1900 GT and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Radeon X1900 GT
The Radeon X1900 GT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 3 2022. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1387 MHz to 2394 MHz. It has 5376 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 146 points. Launch price was $899.
GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 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: 11,892 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon X1900 GT scores 146 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM leads by 8045.2%. The Radeon X1900 GT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 1755 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 80.
| Feature | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 146 | 11,892+8045% |
| Architecture | RDNA 3.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 5376+110% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 51.48 TFLOPS+473% | 8.986 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2394 MHz+36% | 1755 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+500% | 32 |
| TMUs | 336+320% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 3 MB+20% | 2.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+200% | 2 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+320% | 20 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 X1900 GT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 3100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the Radeon X1900 GT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 8 GB+3100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+200% | 2 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon X1900 GT draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 79.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.
| Feature | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 130W-57% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 235mm |
| Height | — | 124mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.5 | 91.5+18200% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon X1900 GT launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 and now averages $150. The Radeon X1900 GT costs 86.7% less ($130 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.3 (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 79.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 986.3% better value.
| Feature | Radeon X1900 GT | GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $249-17% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-87% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.3 | 79.3+986% |
| Codename | Navi 31 | GA106 |
| Release | November 3 2022 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #21 | #224 |
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