GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs Radeon Pro Vega 64X
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 Radeon Pro Vega 64X
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Pro Vega 64X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+6.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | GCN 5.0 (2017−2020) (14nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | Standard Buffer (0 MB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $2,200 for the Radeon Pro Vega 64X, it costs 91% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 887% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+887%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($209) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,200) |
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 Radeon Pro Vega 64X
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.
Radeon Pro Vega 64X
The Radeon Pro Vega 64X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 19 2019. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1250 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 4096 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,369 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the Radeon Pro Vega 64X's 13,369 — the Radeon Pro Vega 64X leads by 6.7%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the Radeon Pro Vega 64X uses GCN 5.0, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 4,096 (Radeon Pro Vega 64X). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.03 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro Vega 64X). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1468 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,535 | 13,369+7% |
| Architecture | Ampere | GCN 5.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 4096+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS | 12.03 TFLOPS+32% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+21% | 1468 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 80 | 256+220% |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB+150% | 1 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
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 Radeon Pro Vega 64X relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon Pro Vega 64X has 0 MB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 4 MB (Radeon Pro Vega 64X) — the Radeon Pro Vega 64X has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.1 (Radeon Pro Vega 64X). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+27% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs VCE 4.0 (Radeon Pro Vega 64X). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs UVD 7.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon Pro Vega 64X).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | VCE 4.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | UVD 7.0 |
| 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 Radeon Pro Vega 64X's 250W — a 63.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1W (Radeon Pro Vega 64X). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 66°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-48% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 242mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 66°C-22% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 96.4+80% | 53.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $209, while the Radeon Pro Vega 64X launched at $2200 and now averages $2200. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 90.5% less ($1991 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 6.1 (Radeon Pro Vega 64X) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 883.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Pro Vega 64X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-89% | $2200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $209-91% | $2200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0+884% | 6.1 |
| Codename | GA106 | Vega 10 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | March 19 2019 |
| Ranking | #211 | #190 |
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