G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

A10G

2021

Why buy it

✅+14.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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904% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$249 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.4 vs 47.8 G3D/$ ($2,500 MSRP vs $249 MSRP).
❌15.4% higher power demand at 150W vs 130W.
❌13.6% longer card at 267mm vs 235mm.

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $2,251 less on MSRP ($249 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 778.1% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 47.8 vs 5.4 G3D/$ ($249 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 130W instead of 150W, a 20W reduction.
✅Measures 235mm instead of 267mm, a 32mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (11,892 vs 13,598).
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.

A10G

2021

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

2022

Why buy it

✅+14.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).

Why buy it

✅Costs $2,251 less on MSRP ($249 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 778.1% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 47.8 vs 5.4 G3D/$ ($249 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 130W instead of 150W, a 20W reduction.
✅Measures 235mm instead of 267mm, a 32mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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904% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$249 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.4 vs 47.8 G3D/$ ($2,500 MSRP vs $249 MSRP).
❌15.4% higher power demand at 150W vs 130W.
❌13.6% longer card at 267mm vs 235mm.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (11,892 vs 13,598).
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.

Quick Answers

So, is A10G better than GeForce RTX 3050 OEM?

Yes. A10G is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 14.3% higher PassMark G3D performance and 24 GB vs 8 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2021 instead of 2022, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

A10G is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 14.3% more raw performance headroom, more VRAM at 24 GB instead of 8 GB, and the stronger feature stack with no meaningful modern upscaling stack instead of DLSS Super Resolution. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

A10G is about 904.0% more expensive on MSRP at $2,500 MSRP versus $249 MSRP, and you are getting 14.3% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3050 OEM still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. If you are comfortable paying the premium for the stronger gaming result, A10G is the one to buy. If staying closer to budget matters more, GeForce RTX 3050 OEM still makes more sense on price alone and remains capable enough for modern gaming.

When does GeForce RTX 3050 OEM make more sense than A10G?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (130W vs 150W), and staying closer to $249 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of A10G. The trade-off is that A10G currently gives you 14.3% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3050 OEM still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

A10G Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
1080p
low	262 FPS	130 FPS
medium	251 FPS	113 FPS
high	214 FPS	99 FPS
ultra	175 FPS	83 FPS
1440p
low	238 FPS	119 FPS
medium	202 FPS	96 FPS
high	161 FPS	81 FPS
ultra	132 FPS	69 FPS
4K
low	134 FPS	64 FPS
medium	110 FPS	57 FPS
high	83 FPS	39 FPS
ultra	76 FPS	33 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
1080p
low	493 FPS	239 FPS
medium	414 FPS	206 FPS
high	328 FPS	164 FPS
ultra	274 FPS	128 FPS
1440p
low	346 FPS	163 FPS
medium	277 FPS	135 FPS
high	225 FPS	112 FPS
ultra	185 FPS	92 FPS
4K
low	182 FPS	88 FPS
medium	151 FPS	74 FPS
high	128 FPS	62 FPS
ultra	104 FPS	49 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
1080p
low	612 FPS	535 FPS
medium	490 FPS	428 FPS
high	408 FPS	357 FPS
ultra	306 FPS	268 FPS
1440p
low	459 FPS	401 FPS
medium	367 FPS	321 FPS
high	306 FPS	268 FPS
ultra	229 FPS	201 FPS
4K
low	306 FPS	268 FPS
medium	245 FPS	214 FPS
high	204 FPS	178 FPS
ultra	153 FPS	134 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
1080p
low	612 FPS	467 FPS
medium	490 FPS	414 FPS
high	408 FPS	335 FPS
ultra	306 FPS	268 FPS
1440p
low	459 FPS	372 FPS
medium	367 FPS	321 FPS
high	306 FPS	236 FPS
ultra	229 FPS	197 FPS
4K
low	306 FPS	199 FPS
medium	245 FPS	175 FPS
high	204 FPS	150 FPS
ultra	153 FPS	125 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of A10G and GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

A10G

The A10G is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 9216 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 72 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,598 points.

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1755 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,892 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the A10G scores 13,598 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 11,892 — the A10G leads by 14.3%. The A10G is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 9,216 (A10G) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Raw compute: 31.52 TFLOPS (A10G) vs 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1755 MHz. Ray tracing: 72 RT cores (A10G) vs 20 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) with 288 Tensor cores vs 80.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
G3D Mark Score	13,598+14%	11,892
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	9216+260%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	31.52 TFLOPS+251%	8.986 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1710 MHz	1755 MHz+3%
ROPs	96+200%	32
TMUs	288+260%	80
L1 Cache	9 MB+260%	2.5 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	72+260%	20
Tensor Cores	288+260%	80

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The A10G relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The A10G comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB. The A10G offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (A10G) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the A10G has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
VRAM Capacity	24 GB+200%	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (A10G) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (A10G) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (A10G) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM).

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	8th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The A10G draws 150W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM's 130W — a 14.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (A10G) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 235mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: Unknown vs 75°C.

Feature	A10G	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM
TDP	150W	130W-13%
Recommended PSU	500W	450W-10%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	267mm	235mm
Height	112mm	124mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	Unknown-100%	75°C
Perf/Watt	90.7	91.5

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Value Analysis

The A10G launched at $2500 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM costs 90% less ($2251 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 5.4 (A10G) vs 47.8 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 785.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2021).