RTXA5000-8Q
VS
GeForce GTX 1050

RTXA5000-8Q vs GeForce GTX 1050

NVIDIA

RTXA5000-8Q

2021Core: 1170 MHzBoost: 1695 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1050

2016Core: 1290 MHzBoost: 1392 MHz

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The RTXA5000-8Q is positioned at rank #295 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 RTXA5000-8Q

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MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500
100%
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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTXA5000-8Q uses modern memory architecture. The RTXA5000-8Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1050 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTXA5000-8Q.

InsightRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Leading raw performance (+2.4%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1050 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $2,500 for the RTXA5000-8Q, it costs 98% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 5587.8% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+5587.8%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,500)
More affordable ($45)

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 RTXA5000-8Q and GeForce GTX 1050

NVIDIA

RTXA5000-8Q

The RTXA5000-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,916 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1050

The GeForce GTX 1050 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 25 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1290 MHz to 1392 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,033 points. Launch price was $109.

Graphics Performance

The RTXA5000-8Q scores 4,916 and the GeForce GTX 1050 reaches 5,033 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTXA5000-8Q is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1050 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 8,192 (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 1050). Raw compute: 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 1.862 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050). Boost clocks: 1695 MHz vs 1392 MHz.

FeatureRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
G3D Mark Score
4,916
5,033+2%
Architecture
Ampere
Pascal
Process Node
8 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
8192+1180%
640
Compute (TFLOPS)
27.77 TFLOPS+1391%
1.862 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1695 MHz+22%
1392 MHz
ROPs
96+200%
32
TMUs
256+540%
40
L1 Cache
8 MB+3378%
0.23 MB
L2 Cache
6 MB+500%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1050) — the RTXA5000-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
6 MB+500%
1 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The RTXA5000-8Q draws 230W versus the GeForce GTX 1050's 60W — a 117.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1050). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
TDP
230W
60W-74%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
145mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
65 C
Perf/Watt
21.4
83.9+292%
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Value Analysis

The RTXA5000-8Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $2500, while the GeForce GTX 1050 launched at $110 and now averages $45. The GeForce GTX 1050 costs 98.2% less ($2455 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.0 (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 111.8 (GeForce GTX 1050) — the GeForce GTX 1050 offers 5490% better value. The RTXA5000-8Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).

FeatureRTXA5000-8QGeForce GTX 1050
MSRP
$2500
$110-96%
Avg Price (30d)
$2500
$45-98%
Performance per Dollar
2.0
111.8+5490%
Codename
GA102
GP107
Release
April 12 2021
October 25 2016
Ranking
#53
#443