Intel Arc B580 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
FPS benchmarks across 150 games (reference CPU: r9-9950x3D2), live prices, popularity and community builds.
Arc B580
Battlemage · 12 GB GDDR6

Lowest price
Currently unavailable
RTX 3050 8GB
Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6

Lowest price
320€
FPS / €
1.05
Our verdict
- The Arc B580 is on average 32% faster than the RTX 3050 8GB at 1440p across our reference games.
- The Arc B580 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
| Arc B580 | RTX 3050 8GB | |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Battlemage | Ampere |
| Release date | 2024-12 | 2022-01 |
| Video memory | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | 192 bit | 128 bit |
| Bandwidth | 456 GB/s | 224 GB/s |
| Shading units | 2560 | 2560 |
| Boost clock | 2850 MHz | 1777 MHz |
| Power draw (TDP) | 190 W | 130 W |
| Recommended PSU | 600 W | 550 W |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x8 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Launch price | $249 | $249 |
Popularity on DropReference
Arc B580
#67 / 71Number of builds created with this GPU
75
Average build price
977€
Most paired CPUs
Most used power supply

MSI MAG A650BN 650W 80 Plus Bronze Black
650 W · 57€
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€
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 GDDR6509€
ZOTAC RTX 3050 ECO 8GB GDDR6 Black339€
ASUS RTX 3050 V2 OC Edition 8GB GDDR6 Black345€
Palit GeForce RTX 3050 Dual 8GB GDDR6 Black427€
MSI RTX 3050 GAMING X 8GB GDDR6612€
Inno3D GeForce RTX 3050 Twin X2 8GB GDDR6 Black320€
Frequently asked questions
Which is the better graphics card, the Arc B580 or the RTX 3050 8GB?
The Arc B580 is on average 32% faster than the RTX 3050 8GB at 1440p across our reference games. The Arc B580 packs more video memory (12 GB vs 8 GB), an advantage for 4K and heavy textures.
Which card should you pick for 1440p gaming: Arc B580 or RTX 3050 8GB?
At 1440p, the Arc B580 averages 410 FPS versus 310 FPS for the RTX 3050 8GB across our reference games.
What power supply do you need for the Arc B580?
A power supply of around 600 W is recommended for the Arc B580. 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 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.
Which CPU should you pair with the Arc B580?
In community builds, the CPU most often paired with the Arc B580 is the r7-5700x (15 builds).
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).
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.
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.
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