NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB GPU will be launching in early 2024 with cut-down specs versus the 8 GB model that it's meant to replace.

NVIDIA Is Replacing The GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB With A Cut-Down 6 GB Variant With Lower Cores & Lower Prices

Back in October, we reported that NVIDIA was working on a new GeForce RTX 3050 model that would feature 6 GB memory and cut-down specifications while coming at a lower price point. It looks like the Chinese Board Channel forums have now more information regarding the specs of this particular SKU.

According to the information, the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU will be based on the GA107-325-Kx SKU and will utilize the PG173 SKU16 PCB. The GPU will be configured with 2048 cores and that's a reduction of 20% compared to the 8 GB model. The core clock will be maintained at 1470 MHz which is 17% lower than the 8 GB model. In terms of memory, we are looking at 6 GB VRAM & a 96-bit bus interface which is a reduction compared to the 8 GB VRAM & 128-bit featured on the original model.

The cut-down in specs will lead to certain designs that won't require any external power input and the overall power draw will also see a slight decline. You are mostly looking at a card that operates between 70 and 100W. The card will retain its quad display output featuring three DP and 1 HDMI output.

As for why this model is being made, it looks like NVIDIA wants to offer something to the entry-level masses which didn't get anything in the RTX 40 series. The card is likely going to be priced in the sub-$200 US segment where it will compete with the likes of the RX 6600 and Arc A580/A750 GPUs. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB graphics card is said to be discontinued and the 6 GB is going to retain the entry-level positioning until something new eventually replaces it. The RTX 3050 6 GB is expected to hit retail in January 2024.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Graphics Card Specifications