GeForce GTX 880M
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce GTX 880M vs GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 880M

2014Core: 954 MHzBoost: 993 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 GTX 880M is positioned at rank #116 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 GTX 880M

#106
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
284%
#108
257%
#109
257%
#113
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
233%
#114
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
232%
#116
GeForce GTX 880M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
100%
#117
GeForce MX570
MSRP: $150|Avg: $120
100%
#118
Radeon RX 6500
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
100%
#119
GeForce 825M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
99%
#121
Radeon HD 6970M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48
99%
#123
Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
98%
#125
GeForce GT 550M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
98%
#131
GeForce GT 335M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25
96%
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 GTX 880M 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 268.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 880M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-268.9%)
Leading raw performance (+268.9%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
🎮 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. Priced at $120 versus $150 for the GeForce GTX 880M, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 361.1% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+361.1%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)
More affordable ($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 GTX 880M and GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 880M

The GeForce GTX 880M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,826 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 GTX 880M scores 3,826 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 268.9%. The GeForce GTX 880M is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 3.05 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
3,826
14,114+269%
Architecture
Kepler
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
1536
1920+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)
3.05 TFLOPS
6.451 TFLOPS+112%
Boost Clock
993 MHz
1680 MHz+69%
ROPs
32
48+50%
TMUs
128+7%
120
L1 Cache
0.13 MB
1.9 MB+1362%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
3 MB+500%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 880M comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 880M offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 110% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
8 GB+33%
6 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
160 GB/s
336 GB/s+110%
Bus Width
256-bit+33%
192-bit
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
3 MB+500%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
DirectX
12_0
12 Ultimate (12_2)
Max Displays
0
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 880M) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC (Turing).

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
Encoder
NVENC 1st Gen
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
NVDEC 1st Gen
NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 880M draws 122W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 27% difference. The GeForce GTX 880M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
TDP
122W-24%
160W
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
1mm
229mm
Height
113mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
72
Perf/Watt
31.4
88.2+181%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 20% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.5 (GeForce GTX 880M) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 361.2% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).

FeatureGeForce GTX 880MGeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$349
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$120-20%
Performance per Dollar
25.5
117.6+361%
Codename
GK104
TU106
Release
March 12 2014
January 7 2019
Ranking
#514
#168