
RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU vs RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile

RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
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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 RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
Performance Per Dollar RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.1%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU and RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile

RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 1500 MHz. It has 5120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,267 points.

RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile
The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1425 MHz to 1575 MHz. It has 9728 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 76 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 23,379 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU scores 25,267 versus the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile's 23,379 — the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU leads by 8.1%. The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 5,120 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 9,728 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile). Raw compute: 15.82 TFLOPS (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 41.15 TFLOPS (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile). Boost clocks: 1500 MHz vs 1575 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 76 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile) with 160 Tensor cores vs 304.
| Feature | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 25,267+8% | 23,379 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 5120 | 9728+90% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 15.82 TFLOPS | 41.15 TFLOPS+160% |
| Boost Clock | 1500 MHz | 1575 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 64 | 112+75% |
| TMUs | 160 | 304+90% |
| L1 Cache | 5 MB | 9.5 MB+90% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 64 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 40 | 76+90% |
| Tensor Cores | 160 | 304+90% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile has 16 GB. The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 576 GB/s (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile) — a 33.3% advantage for the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 64 MB (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile) — the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 16 GB+33% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 576 GB/s+33% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 64 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs NVENC 8th gen (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile).
| Feature | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th Gen | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,AV1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU draws 115W versus the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile's 115W — a 0% difference. The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) vs 175W (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 115W | 115W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 175W-73% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 105mm | — |
| Height | 82mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 219.7+8% | 203.3 |
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