GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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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 GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design
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 98.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+98.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-98.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 52% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 5.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) | ✅More affordable ($100) |
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 GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design
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.
GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design
The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 2 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1035 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,309 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design's 6,309 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 98.7%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 2.458 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1200 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,535+99% | 6,309 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560+150% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS+270% | 2.458 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+48% | 1200 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80+25% | 64 |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB+150% | 1 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) — a 100% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 224 GB/s+100% | 112 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 (12_1) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC (4th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC (4th Gen) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265 (HEVC),VP9,H.265 10-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB draws 130W versus the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design's 50W — a 88.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 66°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 50W-62% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 350W-22% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 66°C-12% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 96.4 | 126.2+31% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design costs 52.2% less ($109 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 63.1 (GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design) — the GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design offers 5.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $209 | $100-52% |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0 | 63.1+5% |
| Codename | GA106 | TU117 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | April 2 2020 |
| Ranking | #211 | #371 |
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