NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB vs NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780
These two cards score identically in our gaming index. The decision comes down to VRAM, power draw and price.
| Specification | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance score | 13/100 | 13/100 |
| Tier | D | D |
| VRAM | 6 GB | 3 GB |
| Power draw (TDP) | 70 W | 250 W |
| Launch MSRP | $179 | $649 |
| Performance per $100 | 7.3 | 2.0 |
| Release year | 2024 | 2013 |
| DLSS | ✓ Yes | — No |
| FSR | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| XeSS | — No | — No |
| Ray tracing | ✓ Yes | — No |
Which should you buy?
Performance is a tie, so the tie-breakers below decide it. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB carries more VRAM (6GB vs 3GB), which matters at 1440p and above and for texture-heavy titles. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB draws 180W less, so it is easier on your power supply and case cooling — check the PSU calculator before committing. On launch pricing, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers better performance per dollar.