GeForce RTX 2060 12GB vs GeForce GTX 1060
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 2060 12GB
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 58.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+58.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-58.3%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Turing (2018−2022) / 12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $120 for the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB, it costs 50% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 26.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+26.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 RTX 2060 12GB and GeForce GTX 1060
GeForce RTX 2060 12GB
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 7 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 184W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,935 points.
GeForce GTX 1060
The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB scores 15,935 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB leads by 58.3%. The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,176 (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 7.181 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 15,935+58% | 10,064 |
| Architecture | Turing | Pascal |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 2176 | 2560+18% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.181 TFLOPS | 8.873 TFLOPS+24% |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz | 1733 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 136 | 160+18% |
| L1 Cache | 2.1 MB+123% | 0.94 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GTX 1060 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 75% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+100% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s+75% | 192 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 6.0 (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP9 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 6.0 | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP9 | NVDEC (Pascal) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB draws 184W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 2.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 184W | 180W-2% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 400W-27% |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 6-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 173mm |
| Height | 113mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 88°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 86.6+55% | 55.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB launched at $470 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 50% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 132.8 (GeForce RTX 2060 12GB) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 26.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $470 | $249-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $60-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 132.8 | 167.7+26% |
| Codename | TU106 | GP104 |
| Release | December 7 2021 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #133 | #137 |
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