GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
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 RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 64.9% 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 | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-64.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+64.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (2 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| 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 $1,450 for the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation, it costs 86% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 320.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+320.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($209) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,450) |
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 RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
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.
RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 720 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,669 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB scores 12,535 versus the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation's 20,669 — the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation leads by 64.9%. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is built on Ampere while the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 6,144 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Raw compute: 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 19.17 TFLOPS (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 20 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 48 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) with 80 Tensor cores vs 192.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,535 | 20,669+65% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 2560 | 6144+140% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 9.098 TFLOPS | 19.17 TFLOPS+111% |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+14% | 1560 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 80 | 192+140% |
| L1 Cache | 2.5 MB | 6 MB+140% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 48 MB+2300% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 20 | 48+140% |
| Tensor Cores | 80 | 192+140% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation has 2 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 280 GB/s (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) — a 25% advantage for the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation. Bus width: 128-bit vs 160-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 48 MB (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) — the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+300% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 ECC |
| Memory Bandwidth | 224 GB/s | 280 GB/s+25% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 160-bit+25% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 48 MB+2300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 12.2 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| 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 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB draws 130W versus the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation's 70W — a 60% difference. The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 750W (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 1x 8-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 66°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W | 70W-46% |
| Recommended PSU | 450W-40% | 750W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Length | 242mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 66°C-18% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 96.4 | 295.3+206% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $209, while the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation launched at $1999 and now averages $1450. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 85.6% less ($1241 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) vs 14.3 (RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 319.6% better value. The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-88% | $1999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $209-86% | $1450 |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0+320% | 14.3 |
| Codename | GA106 | AD104 |
| Release | January 4 2022 | March 21 2023 |
| Ranking | #211 | #71 |
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