GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

100%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

96%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

95%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

95%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

94%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

93%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

93%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

92%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

91%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

90%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

90%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

89%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

88%

#15

Radeon RX 6500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

88%

#16

GeForce RTX 3070

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Why is GeForce RTX 3060 Ti better than GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

Comparing the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti highlights the leap between Turing-based high-end and Ampere-based mid-range graphics. The RTX 3060 Ti is roughly 25-35% faster in raw benchmarks and offers much better power efficiency. While both cards are excellent for 1440p gaming, the 30-series card benefits from more advanced specialized cores for Ray Tracing and AI.

Technically, the RTX 3060 Ti features 2nd Gen RT cores and 3rd Gen Tensor cores, providing a significant advantage in Ray Tracing and DLSS compared to the 2060 SUPER. While both feature an 8GB VRAM buffer, the architectural improvements of Ampere allow the 3060 Ti to deliver more consistent frame rates in modern DirectX 12 titles. For a user on an older 20-series card, the jump to the 3060 Ti provides a noticeable boost in both detail and fluidity, making it a solid mid-range path for 2026.

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the definitive winner in this comparison, providing a level of speed and features that makes the older 2060 SUPER look dated. it is the superior choice for high-refresh 1080p and stable 1440p performance. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER remains a capable card for existing builds, but for anyone looking for and upgrade or building a new PC today, the 3060 Ti is the more advanced and sensible choice for a world-class experience.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 23.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER.

Insight	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-23.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+23.3%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $160 versus $280 for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, it costs 43% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 42% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+42%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($160)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($280)

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.

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 9 2019. 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 175W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 34 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,477 points. Launch price was $399.

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER scores 16,477 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leads by 23.3%. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,176 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 7.181 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 34 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 38 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) with 272 Tensor cores vs 152.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
G3D Mark Score	16,477	20,312+23%
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	2176	4864+124%
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.181 TFLOPS	16.2 TFLOPS+126%
Boost Clock	1650 MHz	1665 MHz
ROPs	64	80+25%
TMUs	136	152+12%
L1 Cache	2.1 MB	4.8 MB+129%
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	34	38+12%
Tensor Cores	272+79%	152

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2.0	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s	448 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	NVENC (Ampere)
Decoder	NVDEC 4th Gen	NVDEC (Ampere)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER draws 175W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 13.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 75.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
TDP	175W-13%	200W
Recommended PSU	550W-8%	600W
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	229mm	242mm
Height	112mm	112mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70-7%	75
Perf/Watt	94.2	101.6+8%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $160, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER costs 42.9% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 103.0 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER offers 42.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).