GPU comparison with benchmarksIn the gpu comparison between the Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM), we compare both the technical data and the benchmark results of the two graphics cards.
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GPUThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU is based on the Apple M2 Pro (16-GPU) and has 2048 texture shaders and 256 execution units. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) is based on NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM, which has 2304 shaders and 18 execution units. |
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Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU | GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) |
Apple M2 Pro (16-GPU) | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM |
M2 Pro | GPU Chip | GA106-150-KA-A1 |
M2 | Architecture | Ampere |
256 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 18 |
2048 | Shader | 2304 |
0 | Render Output Units | 32 |
0 | Texture Units | 72 |
0 | Raytracing Cores | 18 |
MemoryThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU has 32 GB of graphics memory of the type LPDDR5 and achieves a memory bandwidth of 205 GB/s. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) can access 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory and thus achieves a memory bandwidth of 224 GB/s. |
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32 GB | Memory Size | 8 GB |
LPDDR5 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
3.200 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.750 GHz |
0.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 14.0 Gbps |
205 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 224 GB/s |
256 bit | Memory Interface | 128 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU clocks in the base with up to 1.400 GHz. The base frequency of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) is 1.510 GHz. |
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1.400 GHz | Base Clock | 1.510 GHz |
Boost Clock | 1.760 GHz | |
Avg (Game) Clock | ||
No | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU is --. The graphics card is supplied with energy via the connector. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) has a TDP of 130 W and is supplied with the required energy via 1 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors. |
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-- | TDP | 130 W |
-- | TDP (up) | -- |
Unknown | Tjunction max | 93 °C |
PCIe-Power | 1 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU has a total of 0 -- fans. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) has 0 Axial fans to cool the GPU and memory. |
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-- | Fan-Type | Axial |
-- | Fan 1 | -- |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
-- | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
-- | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityIn the connectivity category, we recorded the number of ports on a graphics card. A total of 3 screens can be connected to the Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) supports a maximum of 4 screens. |
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3 | Max. Displays | 4 |
-- | HDCP-Version | 2.3 |
-- | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.1 |
-- | DP Ports | 2x DP v1.4a |
-- | DVI Ports | -- |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU supports a maximum resolution of 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum resolution of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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7680x4320 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
0 | DirectX | 12_2 (Ultimate) |
No | Raytracing | Yes |
Yes | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
No LED lighting | LED | No LED lighting |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs directly in the graphics card reduces the load when playing or creating videos. |
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Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
No | AV1 | Decode |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
Decode / Encode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU is -- long, -- high and -- wide. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) is -- long, -- high and -- wide. |
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-- | Length | -- |
-- | Height | -- |
-- | Width | -- |
-- | Width (Slots) | -- |
-- | Weight | -- |
Integrated graphics | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU was released in Q1/2023 at a price of --. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM) was introduced in Q1/2022 at a price of 249 $ (Reference). |
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-- | Part-no | -- |
Q1/2023 | Release date | Q1/2022 |
-- | Launch Price | 249 $ (Reference) |
5 nm | Structure size | 8 nm |
-- | Documents | data sheet |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU
32 GB LPDDR5 |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |
Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU
32 GB LPDDR5 |
Apple M2 Pro 16-Core GPU
32 GB LPDDR5 |
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (OEM)
8 GB GDDR6 |