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 GTX 1050 Ti is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 175% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti is the cheaper option by $877 EUR.
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GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1050 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop is dramatically faster, around 175% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 768 on the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1050 Ti currently lists from $170 EUR, $877 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop at $1,047 EUR.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti is the gentler choice at 75W versus 80W. The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 80W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop's memory is faster — 192 GB/s versus 112 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop is roughly 5 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Ampere vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop is the faster card by about 175%. 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 Ti Laptop better than the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop worth the extra $877 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Process Node | Samsung 14nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 768 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 20 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 80 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,290 MHz✓ | 1,222 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,392 MHz | 1,485 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 7 Gbps | 12 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 112 GB/s | 192 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 75 W✓ | 80 W |
| Power Connectors | None | None |
| Released | Oct 2016 | May 2021 |