NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8GB vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
FPS benchmarks across 150 games (reference CPU: r9-9950x3D2), live prices, popularity and community builds.
RTX 3050 8GB
Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6

Lowest price
320€
FPS / €
1.05
RTX 3080 Ti
Ampere · 12 GB GDDR6X

Lowest price
900€
Our verdict
- The RTX 3050 8GB is currently 580€ cheaper (320€ vs 900€).
- The RTX 3080 Ti packs more video memory (12 GB vs 8 GB), an advantage for 4K and heavy textures.
Gaming performance
Benchmarks measured with a r9-9950x3D2 to avoid bottlenecking the graphics cards.
FPS / €
The higher the number, the better the performance you get for your money.
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Specifications
| RTX 3050 8GB | RTX 3080 Ti | |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Release date | 2022-01 | 2021-06 |
| Video memory | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory bus | 128 bit | 384 bit |
| Bandwidth | 224 GB/s | 912 GB/s |
| Shading units | 2560 | 10240 |
| Boost clock | 1777 MHz | 1665 MHz |
| Power draw (TDP) | 130 W | 350 W |
| Recommended PSU | 550 W | 750 W |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| Launch price | $249 | $1199 |
Popularity on DropReference
RTX 3050 8GB
#21 / 71Number of builds created with this GPU
82
Average build price
867€
Most paired CPUs
Most used power supply

MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black
650 W · 57€
RTX 3080 Ti
#22 / 71Number of builds created with this GPU
7
Average build price
1,906€
Most paired CPUs
Most used power supply

DeepCool PF750 Gold 750W 80 Plus Gold Black
750 W · 49€
All models
Real-time prices and stock in your region
RTX 3050 8GB
15 models tracked
Gigabyte RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC V2 8GB GDDR6394€
MSI RTX 3050 Gaming X 8GB GDDR6 Black469€
MSI RTX 3050 Ventus 2X XS 8G OC 8GB GDDR6382€
ZOTAC RTX 3050 ECO 8GB GDDR6 Black412€
ASUS RTX 3050 V2 OC Edition 8GB GDDR6 Black347€
Palit GeForce RTX 3050 Dual 8GB GDDR6 Black427€
MSI RTX 3050 GAMING X 8GB GDDR6612€
Inno3D GeForce RTX 3050 Twin X2 8GB GDDR6 Black320€
RTX 3080 Ti
13 models tracked
PNY GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6X Multicolour900€
Inno3D GeForce RTX 3080 Ti iChill X3 12GB GDDR6X1,116€
ZOTAC ZT-A30810D-10P RTX 3080 Ti 12GB GDDR6X Multicolour1,612€
ZOTAC RTX 3080 Ti AMP Holo 12GB GDDR6X Black1,914€
KFA2 GeForce RTX 3080 Ti HOF v2 12GB GDDR6X Multicolor2,294€
Gigabyte AORUS GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Master 12GB GDDR6X2,937€
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 Ti VENTUS 3X 12GB GDDR6X OC Black2,003€
ZOTAC RTX 3080 Ti Trinity OC 12GB GDDR6X Black1,598€
Frequently asked questions
Which is the better graphics card, the RTX 3050 8GB or the RTX 3080 Ti?
The RTX 3050 8GB is currently 580€ cheaper (320€ vs 900€). The RTX 3080 Ti packs more video memory (12 GB vs 8 GB), an advantage for 4K and heavy textures.
What power supply do you need for the RTX 3050 8GB?
A power supply of around 550 W is recommended for the RTX 3050 8GB. On DropReference, the most used PSU with this card is the MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black.
What power supply do you need for the RTX 3080 Ti?
A power supply of around 750 W is recommended for the RTX 3080 Ti. On DropReference, the most used PSU with this card is the DeepCool PF750 Gold 750W 80 Plus Gold Black.
Which CPU should you pair with the RTX 3050 8GB?
In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the RTX 3050 8GB is the r5-5500 (28 builds).
Which CPU should you pair with the RTX 3080 Ti?
In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the RTX 3080 Ti is the r7-7800x3D (2 builds).
How much does the RTX 3050 8GB cost right now?
The RTX 3050 8GB is available from 320€. We track 15 models in real time.
How much does the RTX 3080 Ti cost right now?
The RTX 3080 Ti is available from 900€. We track 13 models in real time.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050, with Ampere architecture, offers entry-level gaming performance with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. Ideal for 1080p gaming, it supports ray tracing and DLSS for enhanced graphics at an affordable price.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, with Ampere architecture, offers high-end gaming performance with 12 GB of GDDR6X memory. An improved version of the RTX 3080, it excels at 4K and competes with the best cards of its generation.
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