GeForce 830M
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce 830M vs GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

GeForce 830M

2014Core: 1082 MHzBoost: 1150 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce 830M is positioned at rank #157 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 830M

#42
Radeon RX 6600S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
97%
#43
Radeon RX 8060S
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
96%
#147
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
324%
#149
294%
#150
293%
#154
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
266%
#155
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
265%
#157
GeForce 830M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
100%
#158
GeForce GT 750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
99%
#159
GeForce GT 425M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25
99%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 830M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1304.4% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 830M.

InsightGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1304.4%)
Leading raw performance (+1304.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 251.1% better value per dollar than the GeForce 830M.

InsightGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+251.1%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($30)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 830M and GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

GeForce 830M

The GeForce 830M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,005 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 830M scores 1,005 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 1304.4%. The GeForce 830M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce 830M) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.5888 TFLOPS (GeForce 830M) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
1,005
14,114+1304%
Architecture
Maxwell
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
256
1920+650%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.5888 TFLOPS
6.451 TFLOPS+996%
Boost Clock
1150 MHz
1680 MHz+46%
ROPs
8
48+500%
TMUs
16
120+650%
L1 Cache
0.13 MB
1.9 MB+1362%
L2 Cache
1 MB
3 MB+200%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 830M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 830M) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
6 GB+200%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
336 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
192-bit+50%
L2 Cache
1 MB
3 MB+200%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce 830M) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan
1.1
1.3+18%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
2
4+100%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Maxwell) (GeForce 830M) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP6) vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,MPEG-2 (GeForce 830M) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
Encoder
NVENC (Maxwell)
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
PureVideo HD (VP6)
NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs
H.264,H.265,MPEG-2
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 830M draws 33W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 131.6% difference. The GeForce 830M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 830M) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 72.

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
TDP
33W-79%
160W
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
Legacy
8-pin
Length
0mm
229mm
Height
0mm
113mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
75
72-4%
Perf/Watt
30.5
88.2+189%
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce 830M costs 75% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.5 (GeForce 830M) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 251% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).

FeatureGeForce 830MGeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$349
Avg Price (30d)
$30-75%
$120
Performance per Dollar
33.5
117.6+251%
Codename
GM108
TU106
Release
March 12 2014
January 7 2019
Ranking
#885
#168