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 8GB is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On performance, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop are effectively a dead heat — under a few percent apart. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the cheaper option by $1,120 CAD.
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GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to entry-level 1080p gaming.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB starts at $279 CAD against $1,399 CAD for the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop draws just 80W versus 130W for the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
With 8GB against 4GB, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop's 4GB can fall short. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's memory is also faster — 224 GB/s versus 192 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3050 8GB or GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the faster card. 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 3050 8GB better than the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB or the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop worth the extra $1,120 CAD over the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB?
Does the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,560 | 2,560 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 20 | 20 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 80 | 80 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,552 MHz✓ | 1,222 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,777 MHz✓ | 1,485 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB✓ | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps✓ | 12 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 224 GB/s✓ | 192 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 130 W | 80 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Jan 2022 | May 2021 |