RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
VS
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

NVIDIA

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

2025Core: 1590 MHzBoost: 2617 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

2022Core: 1552 MHzBoost: 1777 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

#86
Radeon Pro WX 9100
MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550
153%
#87
A10G
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000
149%
#88
Tesla T4
MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000
148%
#89
Tesla M40 24GB
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120
146%
#90
Quadro P5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400
140%
#91
RTX PRO 6000
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
138%
#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
135%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
135%
#94
RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799
121%
#96
L4
MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800
119%
#97
RTX 6000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500
115%
#98
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000
115%
#99
Tesla M40
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099
112%
#100
Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499
104%
#101
100%
#102
Radeon Pro Vega II Duo
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500
88%
#103
Radeon Pro W6800X Duo
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
81%
#104
Radeon Pro W6900X
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000
80%
#105
Quadro RTX 6000
MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800
78%
#106
L40S
MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500
73%
#107
Quadro P6000
MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500
71%
#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
65%
#109
Quadro M6000 24GB
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600
64%
#110
Quadro GV100
MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999
58%
#111
Tesla P40
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150
57%
#112
GRID RTX6000-1Q
MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500
55%
#113
Quadro RTX 8000
MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999
55%
#114
Quadro GP100
MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335
54%
#115
Radeon Instinct MI60
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600
53%
#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
43%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
112%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
111%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
111%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
109%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
109%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
107%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
107%
#15
Radeon RX 6500 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
107%
#16
GeForce RTX 3070
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
106%
#17
Radeon RX 6700
MSRP: $379|Avg: $300
105%
#18
Radeon RX 6600 XT
MSRP: $379|Avg: $170
103%
#19
Radeon RX590 GME
MSRP: $173|Avg: $115
103%
#20
Radeon RX 6650 XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $230
102%
#21
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
101%
#22
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
MSRP: $169|Avg: $179
100%
#23
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
MSRP: $249|Avg: $209
100%
#24
Radeon RX 6600 LE
MSRP: $329|Avg: $160
100%
#25
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
99%
#26
Radeon RX 7700 XT
MSRP: $449|Avg: $380
99%
#27
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $380
99%
#28
Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB
MSRP: $269|Avg: $318
98%
#29
Radeon RX 6700 XT
MSRP: $479|Avg: $230
98%
#30
GeForce RTX 3060
MSRP: $329|Avg: $289
98%
#31
Radeon RX 7400
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
98%
#32
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
97%
#33
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
96%
#34
Radeon RX 5300
MSRP: $129|Avg: $50
94%
#35
GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
MSRP: $150|Avg: $77
93%
#36
Radeon RX 6400
MSRP: $159|Avg: $139
93%
#37
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
MSRP: $599|Avg: $330
93%
#38
Arc A750
MSRP: $289|Avg: $229
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 236.8% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (96 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB.

InsightRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance
Leading raw performance (+236.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-236.8%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm)
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (96 GB)
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $8,199 for the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition, it costs 97% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 1064.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1064.6%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,199)
More affordable ($209)

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 PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

NVIDIA

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 42,223 points.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition scores 42,223 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition leads by 236.8%. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 24,064 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 126 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Boost clocks: 2617 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 188 RT cores (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) with 752 Tensor cores vs 80.

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
G3D Mark Score
42,223+237%
12,535
Architecture
Blackwell 2.0
Ampere
Process Node
5 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
24064+840%
2560
Compute (TFLOPS)
126 TFLOPS+1285%
9.098 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
2617 MHz+47%
1777 MHz
ROPs
192+500%
32
TMUs
752+840%
80
L1 Cache
23.5 MB+840%
2.5 MB
L2 Cache
128 MB+6300%
2 MB
Ray Tracing Cores
188+840%
20
Tensor Cores
752+840%
80

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA Reflex
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition comes with 96 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1792 GB/s (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — a 700% advantage for the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition. Bus width: 512-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 128 MB (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
VRAM Capacity
96 GB+1100%
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR7
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
1792 GB/s+700%
224 GB/s
Bus Width
512-bit+300%
128-bit
L2 Cache
128 MB+6300%
2 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
DirectX
12.2+2%
12 Ultimate
Vulkan
1.4
1.4
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 9th Gen (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: NVDEC 6th Gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Encoder
NVENC 9th Gen
NVENC 7th gen
Decoder
NVDEC 6th Gen
NVDEC 5th gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265,AV1
H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition draws 600W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 128.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 66°C.

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
TDP
600W
130W-78%
Recommended PSU
650W
450W-31%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
267mm
242mm
Height
111mm
112mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
66°C-22%
Perf/Watt
70.4
96.4+37%
💰

Value Analysis

The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition launched at $11605 MSRP and currently averages $8199, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 97.5% less ($7990 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.1 (RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 1076.5% better value. The RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).

FeatureRTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server EditionGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
MSRP
$11605
$249-98%
Avg Price (30d)
$8199
$209-97%
Performance per Dollar
5.1
60.0+1076%
Codename
GB202
GA106
Release
March 18 2025
January 4 2022
Ranking
#2
#211