RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU vs RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop 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 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 8.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| 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 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU and RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU
RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU
The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 9 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1155 MHz to 2550 MHz. It has 12800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 100 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 23,356 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU scores 23,356 versus the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU's 25,267 — the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU leads by 8.2%. The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 12,800 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 5,120 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Raw compute: 65.28 TFLOPS (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 15.82 TFLOPS (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Boost clocks: 2550 MHz vs 1500 MHz. Ray tracing: 100 RT cores (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 40 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) with 400 Tensor cores vs 160.
| Feature | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 23,356 | 25,267+8% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 12800+150% | 5120 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 65.28 TFLOPS+313% | 15.82 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2550 MHz+70% | 1500 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+175% | 64 |
| TMUs | 400+150% | 160 |
| L1 Cache | 12.5 MB+150% | 5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+50% | 48 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 100+150% | 40 |
| Tensor Cores | 400+150% | 160 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU has 12 GB. The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 576 GB/s (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 432 GB/s (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) — a 33.3% advantage for the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 48 MB (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU) — the RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+33% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 ECC | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 576 GB/s+33% | 432 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+33% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+50% | 48 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs NVENC 8th Gen (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs H.264,H.265,AV1 (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU).
| Feature | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | H.264,H.265,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU draws 175W versus the RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU's 115W — a 41.4% difference. The RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 175W (RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU) vs 650W (RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU). Power connectors: Mobile vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85.
| Feature | RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | RTX 3500 Ada Generation Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 175W | 115W-34% |
| Recommended PSU | 175W-73% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 105mm |
| Height | — | 82mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 133.5 | 219.7+65% |
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