GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

112%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

111%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

111%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

109%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

109%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

107%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

107%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

107%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

106%

#17

Radeon RX 6700

MSRP: $379|Avg: $300

105%

#18

Radeon RX 6600 XT

MSRP: $379|Avg: $170

103%

#19

Radeon RX590 GME

MSRP: $173|Avg: $115

103%

#20

Radeon RX 6650 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $230

102%

#21

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

101%

#22

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

MSRP: $169|Avg: $179

100%

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GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

MSRP: $249|Avg: $209

100%

#24

Radeon RX 6600 LE

MSRP: $329|Avg: $160

100%

#25

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

MSRP: $379|Avg: $379

99%

#26

Radeon RX 7700 XT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

99%

#27

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $380

99%

#28

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB

MSRP: $269|Avg: $318

98%

#29

Radeon RX 6700 XT

MSRP: $479|Avg: $230

98%

#30

GeForce RTX 3060

MSRP: $329|Avg: $289

98%

#31

Radeon RX 7400

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

98%

#32

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

97%

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Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

96%

#34

Radeon RX 5300

MSRP: $129|Avg: $50

94%

#35

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti

MSRP: $150|Avg: $77

93%

#36

Radeon RX 6400

MSRP: $159|Avg: $139

93%

#37

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

MSRP: $599|Avg: $330

93%

#38

Arc A750

MSRP: $289|Avg: $229

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 71.6% higher G3D Mark score and 37.5% more VRAM (11 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	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-71.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+71.6%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	✅ More VRAM (+37.5%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $600 for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, it costs 65% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 67.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+67.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($209)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)

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.

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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 RTX 2080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1545 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 68 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,513 points. Launch price was $999.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti's 21,513 — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti leads by 71.6%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 4,352 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 13.45 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1545 MHz. Ray tracing: 20 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 68 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) with 80 Tensor cores vs 544.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
G3D Mark Score	12,535	21,513+72%
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2560	4352+70%
Compute (TFLOPS)	9.098 TFLOPS	13.45 TFLOPS+48%
Boost Clock	1777 MHz+15%	1545 MHz
ROPs	32	88+175%
TMUs	80	272+240%
L1 Cache	2.5 MB	4.3 MB+72%
L2 Cache	2 MB	5.5 MB+175%
Ray Tracing Cores	20	68+240%
Tensor Cores	80	544+580%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2.0	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti has 11 GB. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti offers 37.5% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 616 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) — a 175% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti. Bus width: 128-bit vs 352-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 5.5 MB (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	11 GB+38%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	224 GB/s	616 GB/s+175%
Bus Width	128-bit	352-bit+175%
L2 Cache	2 MB	5.5 MB+175%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.1
Vulkan	1.4+17%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
Encoder	NVENC 7th gen	6th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th gen	4th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB draws 130W versus the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti's 250W — a 63.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 66°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 8GB	GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
TDP	130W-48%	250W
Recommended PSU	450W-31%	650W
Power Connector	8-pin	2x 8-pin
Length	242mm	267mm
Height	112mm	116mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	66°C-22%	85°C
Perf/Watt	96.4+12%	86.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $209, while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti launched at $999 and now averages $600. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 65.2% less ($391 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 35.9 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 67.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2018).