NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
NVIDIA
RTX 3050 6 GB
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 5080 outperforms RTX 3050 6 GB by 95% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+95%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB shows a 95% advantage for RTX 5080 in gaming performance, while RTX 3050 6 GB may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
7639
63100
66100
8860
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 5080 is the best overall choice
RTX 5080 leads in combined game performance. RTX 3050 6 GB offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RTX 5080 leads in the combined performance index
RTX 3050 6 GB costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
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COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 5080
154 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB
100/100 · Price $229The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
76Better
39
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
61Better
34
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
59Better
32
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
63
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
72Better
62
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 2.1
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bDisplayPort 1.4a
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingDLSS 4DLSS 2
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS56.28Better6.774
Power consumption400 W70 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR7GDDR6
Power connector16 pinNone
Release date20252024
ArchitectureBlackwell 2.0Ampere
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6
Launch price$999$229Better
Shader units / cores10752Better2304
Length304 mm242 mmBetter
Clock speed2295 - 2617 MHzBetter1042 - 1470 MHz
Base clock2295 MHzBetter1042 MHz
Boost clock2617 MHzBetter1470 MHz
VRAM16 GB GDDR7Better6 GB GDDR6
Memory frequency30 GHzBetter14 GHz
Memory bus256 bitBetter96 bit
Memory bandwidth960 GB/sBetter168 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 5x16PCIe 4x8
Power consumption400 W70 WBetter
Process node4 nmBetter8 nm
Recommended PSU750 W250 WBetter
Die size378 mm²200 mm²Better
Memory cacheL1 128 KB, L2 64 MBL1 128 KB, L2 2 MB
Transistor count45600 millionBetter8700 million
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CNoNo
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RTX 5080RTX 3050 6 GB
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
38 FPSEstimated 66%
24 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
32 FPSEstimated 66%
20 FPSEstimated 65%
1440p Ultra
24 FPSEstimated 66%
10 FPSEstimated 58%
4K Ultra
14 FPSEstimated 66%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRTX 508038 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB24 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508032 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB20 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 508024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB10 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 508014 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRTX 508038 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB24 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508032 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB20 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 508024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB10 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 508014 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RTX 5080316 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB206 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 5080222 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB140 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 5080173 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB74 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508086 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB25 FPSEstimated 62%
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 5080204 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB133 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 5080176 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB111 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 5080125 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB54 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508058 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB17 FPSEstimated 62%
Forza Horizon 5RTX 5080234 FPSEstimated 80%RTX 3050 6 GB167 FPSEstimated 80%RTX 5080167 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB105 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 5080155 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB67 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 5080126 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB37 FPSEstimated 62%
God of War RagnarökRTX 508038 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB24 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508032 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB20 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 508024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB10 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 508014 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 5080167 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB108 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 5080139 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB88 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 5080112 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB48 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508059 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 3050 6 GB17 FPSEstimated 62%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RTX 508038 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB24 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508032 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB20 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 508024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB10 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 508014 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRTX 508038 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB24 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508032 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB20 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 508024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB10 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 508014 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRTX 508038 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB24 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 508032 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB20 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 508024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB10 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 508014 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 3050 6 GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100763964%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100794457%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100794555%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100886038%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1006310045%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100814949%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100814851%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100794555%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100835148%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100804556%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 4DLSS 2
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureBlackwell 2.0Ampere
Process node4 nmBetter8 nm
Release date20252024
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count45600 millionBetter8700 million
Die size378 mm²200 mm²Better
Shader units / cores10752Better2304
Base clock2295 MHzBetter1042 MHz
Boost clock2617 MHzBetter1470 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 5x16PCIe 4x8
Length304 mm242 mmBetter
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU750 W250 WBetter
Power connector16 pinNone
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 2.1
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bDisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 5080 and RTX 3050 6 GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM16 GB GDDR7Better6 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR7GDDR6
Memory bus256 bitBetter96 bit
TFLOPS56.28Better6.774
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 5080 or RTX 3050 6 GB?+
RTX 5080 has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 3050 6 GB offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 5080 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
RTX 5080 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RTX 5080 offers more overall performance, while RTX 5080 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 5080 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RTX 3050 6 GB is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 5080 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 5080 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 5080 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 3050 6 GB is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
RTX 3050 6 GB is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RTX 5080 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.