GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs Radeon RX Vega 64
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
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon RX Vega 64 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX Vega 64 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 11.3% higher G3D Mark score. 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 | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-11.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+11.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX Vega 64 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $85 versus $209 for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, it costs 59% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 173.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+173.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209) | ✅More affordable ($85) |
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 RX Vega 64
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 RX Vega 64
The Radeon RX Vega 64 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 7 2017. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1247 MHz to 1546 MHz. It has 4096 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 295W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,949 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the Radeon RX Vega 64's 13,949 — the Radeon RX Vega 64 leads by 11.3%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the Radeon RX Vega 64 uses GCN 5.0, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 4,096 (Radeon RX Vega 64). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.66 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega 64). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1546 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,535 | 13,949+11% |
| Architecture | Ampere | GCN 5.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 4096+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS | 12.66 TFLOPS+39% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+15% | 1546 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 RX Vega 64 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 484 GB/s (Radeon RX Vega 64) — a 116.1% advantage for the Radeon RX Vega 64. Bus width: 128-bit vs 2048-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 4 MB (Radeon RX Vega 64) — the Radeon RX Vega 64 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | HBM2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 224 GB/s | 484 GB/s+116% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 2048-bit+1500% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.1 (Radeon RX Vega 64). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RX Vega 64). 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 RX Vega 64).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RX Vega 64's 295W — a 77.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 750W (Radeon RX Vega 64). 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 | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-56% | 295W |
| Recommended PSU | 450W-40% | 750W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 66°C-22% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 96.4+104% | 47.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $209, while the Radeon RX Vega 64 launched at $499 and now averages $85. The Radeon RX Vega 64 costs 59.3% less ($124 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 164.1 (Radeon RX Vega 64) — the Radeon RX Vega 64 offers 173.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon RX Vega 64 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-50% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $209 | $85-59% |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0 | 164.1+174% |
| Codename | GA106 | Vega 10 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | August 7 2017 |
| Ranking | #211 | #171 |
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