GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs Quadro T2000 (móvel)
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 Quadro T2000 (móvel)
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 80.1% 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 Quadro T2000 (móvel).
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+80.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-80.1%) |
| 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 RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $209 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 29.3% better value per dollar than the Quadro T2000 (móvel).
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+29.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) | ✅More affordable ($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 GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and Quadro T2000 (móvel)
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.
Quadro T2000 (móvel)
The Quadro T2000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1575 MHz to 1785 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,959 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the Quadro T2000 (móvel)'s 6,959 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 80.1%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the Quadro T2000 (móvel) uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1,024 (Quadro T2000 (móvel)). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 3.656 TFLOPS (Quadro T2000 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1785 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,535+80% | 6,959 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560+150% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS+149% | 3.656 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz | 1785 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 Quadro T2000 (móvel) relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| 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 Quadro T2000 (móvel) has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1 MB (Quadro T2000 (móvel)) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.1 (Quadro T2000 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 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 7.0 (Quadro T2000 (móvel)). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs PureVideo HD VP9. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro T2000 (móvel)).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | NVENC 7.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | PureVideo HD VP9 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB draws 130W versus the Quadro T2000 (móvel)'s 60W — a 73.7% difference. The Quadro T2000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 350W (Quadro T2000 (móvel)). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 60W-54% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 350W-22% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 242mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 66°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 96.4 | 116.0+20% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $209, while the Quadro T2000 (móvel) launched at $500 and now averages $150. The Quadro T2000 (móvel) costs 28.2% less ($59 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 46.4 (Quadro T2000 (móvel)) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 29.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Quadro T2000 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-50% | $500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $209 | $150-28% |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0+29% | 46.4 |
| Codename | GA106 | TU117 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | May 27 2019 |
| Ranking | #211 | #319 |
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