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GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB is much slower than the GeForce RTX 5060 on average across 100+ games and it's also a worse value for money, as it's only $105.99 cheaper!
GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB10% Score
- Up to 67% cheaper – $264.00 vs $369.99
GeForce RTX 506029% Score
- Up to 183% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 1 year and 4 months newer
- Up to 69% better value for money
- Up to 67% more expensive – $369.99 vs $264.00
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 5060 has 183% more compute power.
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GeForce RTX 5060 fills pixels 155% faster.
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GeForce RTX 5060 maps textures 183% faster.
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GeForce RTX 5060 moves data 167% faster.
Pricehelp
GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB is $105.99 cheaper.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB or GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5060. It's 190% faster than the GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB on average across 100+ games, scoring 29/100 vs 10/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 5060 than GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB?expand_more
190% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB or GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5060 is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 5060 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 29/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB and GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB scores 10/100, GeForce RTX 5060 scores 29/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB or GeForce RTX 5060 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB or GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5060 is the stronger pick at 29/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB and GeForce RTX 5060?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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