The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC 8G is an entry-level RTX graphics card for 1080p gaming on a measured budget. It combines 2560 CUDA cores and 8GB of GDDR6 with a factory clock of 1792MHz, dual-fan WINDFORCE cooling and a 450W PSU requirement.
Key features
- NVIDIA Ampere architecture with 2nd-gen RT cores and 3rd-gen Tensor cores
- 2560 CUDA cores, factory clock 1792MHz (reference 1777MHz)
- 8GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus
- WINDFORCE cooling with two 100mm alternate-spinning fans, 3D Active Fan and backplate
- Single 8-pin power connector, 450W PSU recommended
Specifications
| Model | GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3050 WINDFORCE OC 8G (GV-N3050WF2OC-8GD) |
|---|---|
| GPU / CUDA cores | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Ampere) / 2560 |
| Core clock | 1792MHz |
| Memory | 8GB GDDR6, 128-bit, 14000MHz |
| Interface | PCI-E 4.0 |
| Outputs | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Dual-Link DVI-D, up to 3 displays |
| Power | 450W PSU recommended, 1 x 8-pin |
| Dimensions | 243.6 x 124.8 x 40.2mm |
| Max resolution / API | 7680 x 4320 / DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6 |
Compatibility
It fits any PCIe x16 slot and runs on PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 boards with no setup. At 243.6mm long it suits most micro-ATX and ATX cases; check your case's maximum GPU length.
FAQ
Can it run Valorant and FC 25 at 1080p?
Yes. Competitive games like Valorant and Fortnite run on high settings at 1080p. Heavier titles such as Warzone may need lower settings or DLSS.
What power supply does it need?
GIGABYTE recommends 450W with one 8-pin connector. A quality 500–550W unit gives extra headroom with a modern CPU.
What is the difference between the RTX 3050 8G and 6G?
The 8G has 8GB GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus and 2560 CUDA cores. The 6G has 6GB on a 96-bit bus and is slower in games.