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.

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $3,351 less on MSRP ($249 MSRP vs $3,600 MSRP).
✅Delivers 714.5% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 47.8 vs 5.9 G3D/$ ($249 MSRP vs $3,600 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 130W instead of 230W, a 100W reduction.
✅Measures 235mm instead of 267mm, a 32mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX A5500 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (80 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

RTX A5500

2022

Why buy it

✅92.7% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅300% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 80).
✅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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1345.8% HIGHER MSRP
$3,600 MSRPvs$249 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.9 vs 47.8 G3D/$ ($3,600 MSRP vs $249 MSRP).
❌76.9% higher power demand at 230W vs 130W.
❌13.6% longer card at 267mm vs 235mm.

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

2022

RTX A5500

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $3,351 less on MSRP ($249 MSRP vs $3,600 MSRP).
✅Delivers 714.5% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 47.8 vs 5.9 G3D/$ ($249 MSRP vs $3,600 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅Draws 130W instead of 230W, a 100W reduction.
✅Measures 235mm instead of 267mm, a 32mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Why buy it

✅92.7% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅300% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 80).
✅200% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 8 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than RTX A5500 across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (80 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
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1345.8% HIGHER MSRP
$3,600 MSRPvs$249 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 5.9 vs 47.8 G3D/$ ($3,600 MSRP vs $249 MSRP).
❌76.9% higher power demand at 230W vs 130W.
❌13.6% longer card at 267mm vs 235mm.

Quick Answers

So, is RTX A5500 better than GeForce RTX 3050 OEM?

Yes. RTX A5500 is clearly the better overall GPU here. RTX A5500 averages 92.7% more FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data. You are also looking at 21,108 vs 11,892 in G3D Mark. On top of that, RTX A5500 is a 2022 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is a 2022 model from an older generation with DLSS Super Resolution. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.

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

RTX A5500 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 77.5% 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?

RTX A5500 is about 1345.8% more expensive on MSRP at $3,600 MSRP versus $249 MSRP, and you are getting 92.7% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 77.5% 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, RTX A5500 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.

Is GeForce RTX 3050 OEM still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is still a strong gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. This mostly comes down to price. If you want to stay closer to $249 MSRP, it remains a strong choice; if you are comfortable paying more, RTX A5500 earns that extra money with a clearly stronger gaming result and a more complete overall package.

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.

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM Benchmark Check

RTX A5500 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
1080p
low	130 FPS	213 FPS
medium	113 FPS	188 FPS
high	99 FPS	157 FPS
ultra	83 FPS	110 FPS
1440p
low	119 FPS	193 FPS
medium	96 FPS	162 FPS
high	81 FPS	117 FPS
ultra	69 FPS	81 FPS
4K
low	64 FPS	98 FPS
medium	57 FPS	83 FPS
high	39 FPS	56 FPS
ultra	33 FPS	48 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
1080p
low	239 FPS	524 FPS
medium	206 FPS	458 FPS
high	164 FPS	358 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	314 FPS
1440p
low	163 FPS	409 FPS
medium	135 FPS	349 FPS
high	112 FPS	270 FPS
ultra	92 FPS	226 FPS
4K
low	88 FPS	213 FPS
medium	74 FPS	181 FPS
high	62 FPS	150 FPS
ultra	49 FPS	124 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
1080p
low	535 FPS	894 FPS
medium	428 FPS	726 FPS
high	357 FPS	631 FPS
ultra	268 FPS	475 FPS
1440p
low	401 FPS	700 FPS
medium	321 FPS	564 FPS
high	268 FPS	475 FPS
ultra	201 FPS	356 FPS
4K
low	268 FPS	475 FPS
medium	214 FPS	380 FPS
high	178 FPS	317 FPS
ultra	134 FPS	237 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
1080p
low	467 FPS	354 FPS
medium	414 FPS	316 FPS
high	335 FPS	278 FPS
ultra	268 FPS	238 FPS
1440p
low	372 FPS	270 FPS
medium	321 FPS	247 FPS
high	236 FPS	213 FPS
ultra	197 FPS	179 FPS
4K
low	199 FPS	176 FPS
medium	175 FPS	154 FPS
high	150 FPS	118 FPS
ultra	125 FPS	95 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3050 OEM and RTX A5500

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.

RTX A5500

The RTX A5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1080 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,108 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 11,892 versus the RTX A5500's 21,108 — the RTX A5500 leads by 77.5%. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is built on Ampere while the RTX A5500 uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 10,240 (RTX A5500). Raw compute: 8.986 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 34.1 TFLOPS (RTX A5500). Boost clocks: 1755 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 20 RT cores (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 80 (RTX A5500) with 80 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
G3D Mark Score	11,892	21,108+77%
Architecture	Ampere	Ampere
Process Node	8 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	2560	10240+300%
Compute (TFLOPS)	8.986 TFLOPS	34.1 TFLOPS+279%
Boost Clock	1755 MHz+5%	1665 MHz
ROPs	32	96+200%
TMUs	80	320+300%
L1 Cache	2.5 MB	10 MB+300%
L2 Cache	2 MB	6 MB+200%
Ray Tracing Cores	20	80+300%
Tensor Cores	80	320+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTX A5500 supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A5500 has 24 GB. The RTX A5500 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 768 GB/s (RTX A5500) — a 242.9% advantage for the RTX A5500. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 6 MB (RTX A5500) — the RTX A5500 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	24 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	224 GB/s	768 GB/s+243%
Bus Width	128-bit	384-bit+200%
L2 Cache	2 MB	6 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 12.1 (RTX A5500). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
DirectX	12.2	12.1
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 7th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX A5500). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A5500).

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
Encoder	8th Gen NVENC	7th Gen NVENC (2x)
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM draws 130W versus the RTX A5500's 230W — a 55.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 450W (RTX A5500). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 235mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 3050 OEM	RTX A5500
TDP	130W-43%	230W
Recommended PSU	450W	450W
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	235mm	267mm
Height	124mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	91.5	91.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM launched at $249 MSRP, while the RTX A5500 launched at $3600. The GeForce RTX 3050 OEM costs 93.1% less ($3351 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 47.8 (GeForce RTX 3050 OEM) vs 5.9 (RTX A5500) — the GeForce RTX 3050 OEM offers 710.2% better value.