GeForce 9300 SE vs GeForce RTX 2060

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 9300 SE is positioned at rank #668 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 9300 SE

#656

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

6620%

#658

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

6001%

#659

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5985%

#663

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

5443%

#664

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

5405%

#666

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

100%

#667

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#668

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#669

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

92%

#670

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

92%

#671

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#672

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

88%

#673

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

88%

#674

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

87%

#675

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

87%

#676

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

87%

#677

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

84%

#678

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

83%

#679

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

83%

#680

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

82%

#681

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

79%

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 9300 SE 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 17112.2% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9300 SE.

Insight	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-17112.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+17112.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / 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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1334.3% better value per dollar than the GeForce 9300 SE.

Insight	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1334.3%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9300 SE and GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce 9300 SE

The GeForce 9300 SE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 941 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 82 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9300 SE scores 82 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 17112.2%. The GeForce 9300 SE is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9300 SE) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.7227 TFLOPS (GeForce 9300 SE) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 941 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	82	14,114+17112%
Architecture	Maxwell	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	384	1920+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7227 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+793%
Boost Clock	941 MHz	1680 MHz+79%
ROPs	8	48+500%
TMUs	24	120+400%
L1 Cache	0.19 MB	1.9 MB+900%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce 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 9300 SE comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 9300 SE) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	336 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9300 SE) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	11.1 (10_0)	12 Ultimate (12_2)+8%
Vulkan	N/A	1.3
OpenGL	3.3	4.6+39%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 9300 SE) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP3) vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9300 SE) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP3)	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9300 SE draws 33W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 131.6% difference. The GeForce 9300 SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9300 SE) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 72.

Feature	GeForce 9300 SE	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	33W-79%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	Legacy	8-pin
Length	168mm	229mm
Height	69mm	113mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80	72-10%
Perf/Watt	2.5	88.2+3428%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9300 SE launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce 9300 SE costs 91.7% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (GeForce 9300 SE) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1334.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).