AMD
Radeon RX 9050 4 GB vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
NVIDIA
RTX 3060 8GB
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 3060 8GB outperforms RX 9050 4 GB by 7% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+7%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.Radeon RX 9050 4 GB vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB: key takeaway
The comparison of RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB shows a 7% advantage for RTX 3060 8GB in gaming performance, while RX 9050 4 GB may still be stronger in efficiency and feature set. 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.
AMD
NVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Memory capacity
4346
10090
6068
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 3060 8GB is the best overall choice
RTX 3060 8GB leads in combined game performance. RTX 3060 8GB offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RTX 3060 8GB leads in the combined performance index
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 129–134of 319
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
80 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
100/100 · Price $399The 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 RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
43
46Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
37
40Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
35
37Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
90
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
59
65Better
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureRDNA 4Ampere
Device classDesktopDesktop
Release date20262022
TFLOPS10.612.74Better
Shader units / cores10243584Better
Base clock1920 MHzBetter1320 MHz
Boost clock2600 MHzBetter1777 MHz
Clock speed1920 - 2600 MHzBetter1320 - 1777 MHz
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus64 bit128 bitBetter
Memory bandwidth144 GB/s240 GB/sBetter
Memory frequency18 GbpsBetter15 GHz
Memory cache16 MBBetterL1 128 KB, L2 3 MB
Power consumption92 WBetter170 W
Power consumption92 WBetter170 W
Recommended PSU450 W450 W
Power connector8 pin8 pin
Process node4 nmBetter8 nm
Transistor count29.7 billionBetter12000 million
InterfacePCIe 5.0 x16PCIe 4x16
DirectX12 Ultimate12.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 2.1
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1aDisplayPort 1.4a
UpscalingFSR 4.1DLSS 2
USB Type-CNoNo
LengthVaries by board242 mm
ThicknessVaries by boardDual-slot
Max monitorsVaries by board4
Max resolution7680 x 43207680 × 4320
Launch priceOEM only - not announced$399
Die size—276 mm²
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB 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.
RX 9050 4 GBRTX 3060 8GB
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
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27 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
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23 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
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15 FPSEstimated 63%
4K Ultra
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5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB27 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB15 FPSEstimated 63%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB27 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB15 FPSEstimated 63%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB223 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB157 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB107 FPSEstimated 71%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB31 FPSEstimated 63%
Cyberpunk 2077RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB144 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB124 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB77 FPSEstimated 71%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB21 FPSEstimated 63%
Forza Horizon 5RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB182 FPSEstimated 80%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB118 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB96 FPSEstimated 71%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB46 FPSEstimated 63%
God of War RagnarökRX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB27 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB15 FPSEstimated 63%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB118 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB98 FPSEstimated 74%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB69 FPSEstimated 71%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB21 FPSEstimated 63%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB27 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB15 FPSEstimated 63%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB27 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB15 FPSEstimated 63%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB27 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB15 FPSEstimated 63%RX 9050 4 GB—RTX 3060 8GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10043467%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10052512%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10048528%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100606813%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001009011%
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 RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10051569%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100505510%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10048528%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10053589%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100485310%
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 RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12 Ultimate12.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingFSR 4.1DLSS 2
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureRDNA 4Ampere
Process node4 nmBetter8 nm
Release date20262022
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count29.7 billionBetter12000 million
Die size—276 mm²
Shader units / cores10243584Better
Base clock1920 MHzBetter1320 MHz
Boost clock2600 MHzBetter1777 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 5.0 x16PCIe 4x16
LengthVaries by board242 mm
ThicknessVaries by boardDual-slot
Recommended PSU450 W450 W
Power connector8 pin8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 2.1
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1aDisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitorsVaries by board4
Max resolution7680 x 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RX 9050 4 GB and RTX 3060 8GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM4 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus64 bit128 bitBetter
TFLOPS10.612.74Better
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RX 9050 4 GB or RTX 3060 8GB?+
RTX 3060 8GB has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 3060 8GB offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 3060 8GB 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 3060 8GB 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 3060 8GB offers more overall performance, while RX 9050 4 GB offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 3060 8GB 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 3060 8GB is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 3060 8GB leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 9050 4 GB can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 3060 8GB is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RX 9050 4 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?+
RX 9050 4 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 3060 8GB 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.