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Avg. price in UK: ~£340
Avg. price in US: ~$260
VRAM: 8 GB
Memory bus width: 128 bit
Thermal Design Power (TDP): 130 W

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

4.9

Poor

4.5

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8.5

Excellent

5.4
Gaming
Score components:
45.0%
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Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.8
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
8.8
PCI Express (PCIe) version
6.2
Video editing
Score components:
35.0%
7.0
AV1 encode
30.0%
2.8
VRAM
20.0%
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Floating-point performance
15.0%
8.8
PCI Express (PCIe) version
6.1
1080p
Score components:
55.0%
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Floating-point performance
25.0%
2.8
VRAM
10.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
8.8
PCI Express (PCIe) version
5.4
1440p
Score components:
50.0%
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Floating-point performance
30.0%
2.8
VRAM
15.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
8.8
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.8
4K
Score components:
40.0%
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Floating-point performance
35.0%
2.8
VRAM
20.0%
1.0
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
8.8
PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Best rankings

#12 in Best NVIDIA RTX 3050 Graphic Cards
#61 in Best NVIDIA Graphic Cards
#304 in Best 8 GB Graphic Cards
#688 in Best NVIDIA RTX Graphic Cards
#1048 in Best Graphic Cards

Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 is an entry-level graphics card based on the Ampere architecture, featuring 2,560 CUDA cores, 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, and a 130W TDP. It delivers solid 1080p gaming performance and serves as a significant upgrade from older GTX series cards by offering modern features like 2nd Gen Ray Tracing cores and 3rd Gen Tensor cores for DLSS AI upscaling. Main advantages include its low power consumption, support for HDMI 2.1, and accessibility to the full RTX software suite at a budget price point. However, it is primarily limited by its 128-bit memory interface which can bottleneck performance at higher resolutions, and it faces strong competition from AMD's Radeon RX 6600, which often provides better raw frame rates for a similar price.

Technical Specifications of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050

Overall score

4.9

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Performance

2.9

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3DMark Time Spy benchmark score

What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.

When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score

What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.

When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (G3D) result

What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark

When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result

What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests

When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance

What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.

When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

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Memory

2.8

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VRAM

What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card

When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

Memory type

What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)

When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6

GDDR version

What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

Memory bus width

What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

Maximum memory bandwidth

What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory

When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

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Platform & Features

9.1

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PCI Express (PCIe) version

What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported

When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

PCIe lanes

What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication

When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

DirectX version

What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version

When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version

What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version

When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

OpenGL version

What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version

When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

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Connectivity & Media

9.0

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Max displays supported

What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously

When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

Max digital resolution

What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution

When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs

What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs

When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

DisplayPort version

What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported

When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

DisplayPort link rates

What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections

When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Power & Cooling

6.9

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)

What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)

When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

Power consumption while under peak load

What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.

When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

Recommended PSU wattage

What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply

When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

Board power limit

What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board

When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

PCIe power spec

What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed

When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Design

7.8

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Size

What it is: Physical size of the GPU card

When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length

What it is: Physical length of the GPU card

When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

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Height

What it is: Physical height of the GPU card

When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

Slot width

What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card

When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the graphics card

When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 vs the average graphics card

Why is NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 better than the average graphics card?

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39.5% lower TDP
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (130 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.
Importance: MEDIUM
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (130 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.130 W vs 215 W
15 mm lower card height
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 is shorter than the average graphics card (112 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.
Importance: LOW
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 is shorter than the average graphics card (112 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.112 mm vs 127 mm
15.4% lower PSU requirement
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.
Importance: LOW
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.550 W vs 650 W
40.9% lower board power limit
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (130 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.
Importance: LOW
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (130 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.130 W vs 220 W
6.6% higher user score
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a higher user score than the average graphics card (8.53 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a higher user score than the average graphics card (8.53 vs 8.000).8.53 vs 8
39.5% lower TDP
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (130 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
15.4% lower PSU requirement
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
40.9% lower board power limit
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (130 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
15 mm lower card height
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 is shorter than the average graphics card (112 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

Power & Cooling

Why is NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 worse than the average graphics card?

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28.9% lower boost clock speed
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,777 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
28 fewer ray tracing cores
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (20 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
20 fewer compute units
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (20 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
104 fewer TMUs
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
62.3% lower texture rate
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (142.2 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
65.6% lower pixel rate
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (56.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
112 fewer AI cores
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (80 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
32 fewer ROPs
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
19.2% lower base clock speed
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,552 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
128 bit narrower memory bus
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
50% lower memory bandwidth
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (224 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
4 GB less VRAM
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
26.3% slower memory speed
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
93.8% smaller L2 cache
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
60% larger process node
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
Fewer PCIe lanes
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer PCIe lanes than the average graphics card (x8 vs x16). The average graphics card has x16 PCIe lanes.
1 older
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,022 vs 2,023).
Older encoder generation
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (7 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
No AV1 encoding
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
128 bit narrower memory bus
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.
Importance: HIGH
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (128 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.128 bit vs 256 bit
28.9% lower boost clock speed
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,777 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.
Importance: HIGH
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,777 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1777 MHz vs 2500 MHz
28 fewer ray tracing cores
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (20 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
What it is: Number of dedicated ray tracing processing cores or units
When it matters: When you care about ray-traced lighting, reflections, and shadows in newer games.
Importance: HIGH
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (20 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.20 vs 48
20 fewer compute units
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (20 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.
Importance: HIGH
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (20 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.20 vs 40
104 fewer TMUs
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.
Importance: HIGH
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.80 vs 184
62.3% lower texture rate
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (142.2 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.
Importance: HIGH
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (142.2 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.142.2 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
65.6% lower pixel rate
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (56.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.
Importance: MEDIUM
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (56.9 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.56.86 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
60% larger process node
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.
Importance: MEDIUM
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.8 nm vs 5 nm

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What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050?

Capable 1080p gaming performance, hitting 60fps in most AAA titles at medium to high settings.
Access to Nvidia features like DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), which significantly boosts frame rates in supported games.
Low power consumption (130W for the 8GB version and 70W for the 6GB version), making it energy efficient.
Available in low-profile and slot-powered variants (6GB model), ideal for small form factor (SFF) builds and office PC upgrades.
Hardware-accelerated ray tracing support, which is rare at this budget entry level.
Includes modern video encoders (NVENC) for streaming and video editing benefits.
The 8GB VRAM version provides decent longevity for high-texture 1080p gaming compared to older 4GB or 6GB cards.

What customers dislike about NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050?

Poor price-to-performance ratio; often criticized for being overpriced compared to more powerful alternatives like the AMD RX 6600.
Performance is often viewed as a 'side-grade' rather than an upgrade for owners of older cards like the GTX 1070 or GTX 1660 Ti.
The 6GB version is significantly cut down, offering about 20-30% less performance than the original 8GB model.
Ray tracing performance is too weak for high-end effects, frequently requiring DLSS just to maintain playable frame rates.
Struggles at resolutions higher than 1080p, with 1440p performance often falling below playable levels in modern games.
Limited memory bandwidth (128-bit on 8GB, 96-bit on 6GB) can bottleneck performance in more demanding tasks.
Inconsistent performance across different game titles compared to older, higher-tier cards like the RTX 2060.

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tomshardware.com

03/02/2022

Zotac GeForce RTX 3050 Twin Edge OC Review

The Zotac GeForce RTX 3050 Twin Edge OC is an overall disappointing graphics card due to its weak factory overclock and heavily inflated launch pricing. On the positive side, the underlying RTX 3050 GPU provides acceptable entry-level performance and holds a slight competitive edge in ray tracing titles, while also offering access to Nvidia's DLSS technology. The card is built on a...Read more

eurogamer.net

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review: the Digital Foundry verdict

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Verdict The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 succeeds in lowering the cost of entry for Ray Tracing (RT) and DLSS features, delivering adequate performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming. In terms of pros, it offers a 10% rasterisation upgrade over the older GTX 1660 Super while introducing modern RT and DLSS capabilities. It completely dominates the cheaper AMD RX 6500...Read more

techpowerup.com

15/02/2024

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB Review - TechPowerUp

The TechPowerUp review of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB highlights it as an ultra-efficient, sub-$200 entry-level GPU requiring no external power due to its 70 W consumption. Key advantages include full DirectX 12 Ultimate support for DLSS and ray tracing, plus excellent noise levels, making it a viable drop-in upgrade for older, OEM PCs. However, the card faces significant...Read more

kitguru.net

26/01/2022

Nvidia RTX 3050 Review ft. Gigabyte and Palit - KitGuru

Nvidia RTX 3050 Review Summary The Nvidia RTX 3050 delivers solid entry-level 1080p performance and makes 1440p gaming viable when leveraging DLSS Quality mode, which yields substantial performance boosts such as a 53% frame rate increase in Cyberpunk 2077. Evaluated through custom partner variants—the Gigabyte Eagle and the highly compact Palit StormX OC—both models operate...Read more

techradar.com

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review - TechRadar

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 is evaluated as a highly capable entry-level graphics card built on the Ampere architecture that effectively targets solid 1080p gaming performance. It is highly praised for delivering consistent frame rates above 60 fps in most games at high settings, and even sustaining smooth performance in demanding titles like Metro Exodus when leveraging Nvidia's...Read more

trustedreviews.com

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Review: Ray Tracing on a budget

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 highlights its capability as an entry-level, 1080p-focused graphics card offering premium features like ray tracing and DLSS at an affordable price point. It is praised for its efficient 130W power consumption and 8GB GDDR6 memory, making it a viable upgrade for budget systems. Trusted Reviews However, the review notes...Read more

tomshardware.com

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Review: Theoretically Mainstream

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 targets the budget-conscious mainstream market with a highly competitive official launch price of $249. Utilizing a downscaled GA106 chip from the RTX 3060, it features a full PCIe 4.0 x16 connection and 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus. In performance testing using a high-end Intel Core i9-12900K system, the card achieved an average of 98 fps at...Read more

techspot.com

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Review - TechSpot

The TechSpot review of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 (8GB) positions the card as a capable, yet unexciting, 1080p gaming solution, featuring 8GB of VRAM and full support for DLSS and ray tracing. Pros include efficient 60°C peak temperatures, strong performance against the RX 6500 XT, and lack of performance penalties on PCIe 3.0 systems. Conversely, the review notes that raw...Read more

custompc.com

04/10/2023

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review - Custom PC

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Review Summary The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 struggles to deliver adequate performance for modern games at a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution, failing to meet the standard target of a 60fps average in demanding titles like Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Cyberpunk 2077, and Metro Exodus. Built on the GA106 Ampere architecture with 2,560 CUDA cores, 20 RT cores, and 80...Read more

rockpapershotgun.com

04/03/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review - Rock Paper Shotgun

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card serves as a viable, cost-conscious option for 1080p gaming budgets. Benchmarks show strong performance in less demanding titles, pushing 119 frames per second (fps) in Forza Horizon 4 and up to 95fps in Hitman 3 on Ultra settings. The custom MSI Gaming X 8G variant tested runs remarkably cool (61–63°C) and whisper-quiet under heavy...Read more

techpowerup.com

26/01/2022

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3050 Gaming OC Review - TechPowerUp

The TechPowerUp review of the Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3050 Gaming OC highlights a strong 1080p budget option featuring 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM, factory overclocking, and DLSS support, outperforming the RX 6500 XT. Key pros include low operating temperatures, a silent idle fan-stop feature, a metal backplate, and minimal performance loss on PCIe 3.0 systems. However, the card faces...Read more

eurogamer.net

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review: the cheapest RTX card yet

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 is positioned as an entry-level desktop GPU that aims to bring ray tracing and DLSS features to a more affordable price point, specifically targeting 1080p and 1440p gaming. Built on the GA106 die, it offers 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM and 2560 CUDA cores, which is a significant step up from its mobile counterpart. In testing, the card delivers roughly 80-90% of...Read more

pcmag.com

26/01/2022

EVGA GeForce RTX 3050 XC Black Gaming 8G Review - PCMag

The PCMag review of the EVGA GeForce RTX 3050 XC Black Gaming 8G highlights a budget-friendly $249 MSRP card designed for solid 1080p performance, offering excellent value for upgraders compared to the GTX 1060 or 1650 Super. It boasts strong ray-tracing capabilities, Nvidia DLSS support for higher frame rates, and a compact, cool-running twin-fan design with a high overclocking...Read more

gamingtrend.com

26/01/2022

Your new entry-level card — GeForce RTX 3050 review

The Gaming Trend review establishes the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 as a solid entry-level graphics card tailored specifically to deliver reliable 1080p gaming performance at a budget-friendly $249 launch price. Built on the GA106 GPU die—the same silicon powering the more robust RTX 3060—this 8GB GDDR6 card features 2,056 unlocked cores, 80 Texture Mapping Units (TMUs), and 48 Render...Read more

digitalfoundry.net

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review: the cheapest RTX card yet

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computerbase.de

26/01/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 im Test: Einstiegsklasse mit 8 GB ohne echte Schwäche(igorslab.de) | 26.01.2022 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB im Test – Palit...

Executive Summary The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 (8 GB) is a solid, well-rounded entry-level graphics card based on the Ampere architecture that delivers consistent performance at 1080p without any major structural weaknesses. Built on the Samsung 8nm GA106 silicon (the same chip used in the RTX 3060), it features 2,560 FP32 ALUs, a 1,777 MHz boost clock, and a 130-watt power target....Read more

computerbild.de

28/01/2022

RTX 3050 im Test: Nvidias vermeintlich günstiger Einstiegschip

The Zotac GeForce RTX 3050 Twin Edge is an entry-level graphics card based on Nvidia's Ampere GA106 chip, designed primarily for budget-conscious gamers. The review highlights that the card is fully sufficient for playing video games in Full HD resolution, averaging 116 frames per second (FPS) and leaving enough performance headroom for future, more demanding titles. However, its...Read more

pausehardware.com

25/02/2024

Test De La GeForce RTX 3050 6 Go : Performances Jeux Et Avis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB is an entry-level graphics card based on the older Ampere architecture, quietly introduced to replace the aging GTX 1650 and 1660 series under the €200 mark. To lower costs and power requirements, NVIDIA stripped down the original 8 GB model by reducing the VRAM to 6 GB, narrowing the memory bus from 128-bit to 96-bit, and cutting the CUDA core count...Read more

global.techradar.com

28/01/2022

Test Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 review by TechRadar highlights the GPU as a capable entry-level component built on the Ampere architecture, delivering a massive 70% performance leap over its predecessor, the GTX 1650. Testing conducted using an EVGA GeForce RTX 3050 XC Black model demonstrated that the card maintains excellent Full HD (1080p) gaming performance, easily exceeding 60...Read more

frandroid.com

26/01/2022

Test Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 : notre avis complet

The Frandroid review scores the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 an overall 8/10, highlighting it as a highly successful entry-level graphics card tailored for gamers looking to upgrade an aging PC for 1080p (Full HD) gaming. Based on the Ampere GA106 architecture with 8nm engraving, 2,560 CUDA cores, and 8GB of GDDR6 memory, the card targets the entry-level segment. In real-world gaming...Read more

nosoygamer.com

24/04/2022

Análisis: NVIDIA RTX 3050 - No Soy Gamer

summary of the review: The NVIDIA RTX 3050 is an entry-level graphics card launched in January 2022, designed primarily to deliver smooth, fluent 1080p gaming alongside next-gen console performance. Built on the Ampere architecture, it features 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, 2560 CUDA cores, and dedicated second-generation hardware for Ray Tracing. In real-world performance tests, it handled...Read more

it.ign.com

05/07/2022

MSI RTX 3050 Gaming X - La recensione - IGN Italia

MSI RTX 3050 Gaming X Review Summary The MSI RTX 3050 Gaming X is a custom graphics card built on Nvidia's Ampere architecture, acting as a scaled-down version of the RTX 3060 by utilizing a modified GA106 GPU with roughly 30% fewer transistors, 2560 CUDA cores, and an 8GB GDDR6 VRAM on a 128-bit bus. It features a physical 16x PCI-E connector, though only 8 lines are electrically...Read more

hwupgrade.it

26/01/2022

GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB, la porta d'ingresso all'architettura Ampere feat. Gigabyte Eagle

The Hardware Upgrade review presents the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB, specifically the Gigabyte EAGLE variant, as an accessible entry point to the Ampere architecture designed for 1080p gaming. Key advantages include efficient cooling, low noise levels, and the inclusion of DLSS and 2nd-gen Ray Tracing, which provide substantial performance boosts in supported titles. However, the...Read more

techtesters.eu

21/02/2022

Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Review - Techtesters

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 is positioned as a solid entry-level choice for 1080p gaming, successfully avoiding the major technical pitfalls of its direct competitor, the AMD RX 6500 XT. Unlike the AMD card, the RTX 3050 includes a healthy 8GB of VRAM and full support for NVENC encoding and decoding, making it suitable for both high-settings gaming and content creation. In...Read more

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