GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U
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 Ryzen 7 3700U
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). 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 Ryzen 7 3700U lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 930% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+930%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-930%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| 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 $350 for the Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U, it costs 40% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1624.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1624.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($209) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350) |
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 Ryzen 7 3700U
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 Ryzen 7 3700U
The Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 18 2015. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 975 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,217 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U's 1,217 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 930%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U uses GCN 1.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1,024 (Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 1.997 TFLOPS (Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 975 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,535+930% | 1,217 |
| Architecture | Ampere | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560+150% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS+356% | 1.997 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+82% | 975 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 80+25% | 64 |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB+900% | 0.25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 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 Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ryzen 7 3700U has 512 MB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+1500% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 224 GB/s | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB draws 130W versus the Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U's 100W — a 26.1% difference. The Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 350W (Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U). Power connectors: 8-pin vs None.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 100W-23% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W | 350W-22% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | None |
| Length | 242mm | — |
| Height | 112mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 66°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 96.4+690% | 12.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $209, while the Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U launched at $350 and now averages $350. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 40.3% less ($141 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 3.5 (Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 1614.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | Radeon Ryzen 7 3700U |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-29% | $350 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $209-40% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0+1614% | 3.5 |
| Codename | GA106 | Trinidad |
| Release | January 4 2022 | June 18 2015 |
| Ranking | #211 | #467 |
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