GeForce RTX 3060 vs GeForce RTX 2050
GeForce RTX 3060
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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 3060
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 2050
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 120.3% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2050.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+120.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-120.3%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $289 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 14.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce RTX 2050.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+14.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($289) | ✅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 3060 and GeForce RTX 2050
GeForce RTX 3060
The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.
GeForce RTX 2050
The GeForce RTX 2050 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 2944 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,714 points. Launch price was $699.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3060 scores 16,995 versus the GeForce RTX 2050's 7,714 — the GeForce RTX 3060 leads by 120.3%. The GeForce RTX 3060 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 2050 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 2,944 (GeForce RTX 2050). Raw compute: 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 10.07 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2050). Boost clocks: 1777 MHz vs 1710 MHz. Ray tracing: 28 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 2050) with 112 Tensor cores vs 368.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16,995+120% | 7,714 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Turing |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+22% | 2944 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 12.74 TFLOPS+27% | 10.07 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1777 MHz+4% | 1710 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 112 | 184+64% |
| L1 Cache | 3.5 MB+21% | 2.9 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 28 | 46+64% |
| Tensor Cores | 112 | 368+229% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3060 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2050 has 4 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 112 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2050) — a 221.4% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3060. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2050) — the GeForce RTX 2050 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+200% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s+221% | 112 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+200% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 2050). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060) vs NVENC 8.0 (GeForce RTX 2050). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs PureVideo HD VP11. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 2050).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th Gen | NVENC 8.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | PureVideo HD VP11 |
| Codecs | AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3060 draws 170W versus the GeForce RTX 2050's 215W — a 23.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 300W (GeForce RTX 2050). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 6-pin. Card length: 242mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 170W-21% | 215W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 300W-45% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 6-pin |
| Length | 242mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 100.0+179% | 35.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329 MSRP and currently averages $289, while the GeForce RTX 2050 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce RTX 2050 costs 48.1% less ($139 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 58.8 (GeForce RTX 3060) vs 51.4 (GeForce RTX 2050) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 14.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 2050 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $150-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $289 | $150-48% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.8+14% | 51.4 |
| Codename | GA106 | TU104 |
| Release | January 12 2021 | September 20 2018 |
| Ranking | #114 | #94 |
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