GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB comes out dramatically faster — about 160% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB.
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GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is dramatically faster, around 160% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB packs 4,352 CUDA cores versus 2,560 on the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the gentler choice at 130W versus 160W. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 160W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Ada Lovelace architecture on a TSMC N4 process is part of why it does more with each watt.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB carries 8GB versus 6GB on the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. The extra 2GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB's memory is also faster — 288 GB/s versus 224 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3050 6GB or GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB?
The GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB is the faster card by about 160%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB better than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB or the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB?
Does the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC N4 |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,560 | 4,352✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 20 | 34✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 80 | 136✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,552 MHz | 2,310 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,777 MHz | 2,535 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 18 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 224 GB/s | 288 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 130 W✓ | 160 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Jan 2022 | May 2023 |