GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB (Ampere) and has 6 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 168 GB/s.
The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF is based on the Intel Arc A310 Graphics (Alchemist) and has 4 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 124 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G has the GA107-325-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ampere architecture. The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF is based on the graphics chip ACM-G11, which comes from the Alchemist architecture. |
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| MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G | GPU | SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB | Based on | Intel Arc A310 Graphics |
| GA107-325-A1 | GPU Chip | ACM-G11 |
| Ampere | Architecture | Alchemist |
| 18 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 96 |
| 2304 | Shader | 768 |
| 32 | Render Output Units | 16 |
| 72 | Texture Units | 32 |
| 18 | Raytracing Cores | 6 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G clocks at 1.750 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 14.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF is 15.5 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.938 GHz. |
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| 6 GB | Memory Size | 4 GB |
| GDDR6 | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
| 1.750 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.938 GHz |
| 14.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 15.5 Gbps |
| 168 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 124 GB/s |
| 96 bit | Memory Interface | 64 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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| 1.042 GHz | Base Clock | 2.000 GHz |
| 1.507 GHz | Boost Clock | 2.000 GHz |
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| Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G is powered by connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 70 W. The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF has PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 75 W (Reference). |
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| 70 W | TDP | 75 W (Reference) |
| -- | TDP (up) | -- |
| 93 °C | Tjunction max | Unknown |
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Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G is equipped with a total of 2 Axial main fans. The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF has 1 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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| Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
| 2 x 80 mm | Fan 1 | 1 x 90 mm |
| -- | Fan 2 | -- |
| Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
| 0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
| -- | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G. The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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| 4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
| 2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.3 |
| 2x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.0 |
| 1x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | 3x DP v2.0 |
| -- | DVI Ports | -- |
| -- | VGA Ports | -- |
| -- | USB-C Ports | -- |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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| 7680x4320 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
| 12_2 (Ultimate) | DirectX | 12_2 (Ultimate) |
| Yes | Raytracing | Yes |
| Yes | DLSS / FSR | No |
| No LED lighting | LED | No LED lighting |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs can have a positive impact on the lower energy consumption and less waste heat from the graphics card. |
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| Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
| Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
| Decode | AV1 | Decode / Encode |
| Decode | VP8 | No |
| Decode | VP9 | Decode / Encode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 8 lanes and requires 2 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF needs the space of 2 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 4.0 x 8 Lanes interface. |
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| 205 mm | Length | 153 mm |
| 109 mm | Height | 100 mm |
| 42 mm | Width | -- |
| 2 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 2 PCIe-Slots |
| -- | Weight | -- |
| PCIe 4.0 x 8 | GPU Interface | PCIe 4.0 x 8 |
| No | SFF-Ready | No |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G has been manufactured with a structure width of 8 nanometers since Q1/2024. The SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF came on the market in Q4/2022 and will have a structure width of 6 nanometers manufactured. |
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| -- | Part-no | SA310E-4G |
| Q1/2024 | Release date | Q4/2022 |
| 179 $ (Reference) | Launch Price | -- |
| 8 nm | Structure size | 6 nm |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF
4 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF
4 GB GDDR6 |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3050 GAMING X 6G
6 GB GDDR6 |
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SPARKLE Intel Arc A310 ELF
4 GB GDDR6 |
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