GeForce RTX 2060 vs RTXA5000-6Q

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.

GeForce RTX 2060 vs RTXA5000-6Q FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 9800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

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GeForce RTX 2060 vs RTXA5000-6Q: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each GPU makes more sense in practice: raw FPS, VRAM, features, power draw, pricing, and long-term headroom.

GeForce RTX 2060

2019

Why buy it

✅+827.3% higher PassMark G3D performance.
✅Costs $2,151 less on MSRP ($349 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Delivers 6542.8% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 40.4 vs 0.6 G3D/$ ($349 MSRP vs $2,500 MSRP).
✅Access to DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020).
✅1100% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs 512 MB).

Trade-offs

❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (240 vs 256), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

RTXA5000-6Q

2021

Why buy it

✅6.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (256 vs 240).
✅More future proof: Ampere (2020−2025) on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (1,522 vs 14,114).
❌Less VRAM, with 512 MB vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌No DLSS support; it relies on Upscaling support instead.
❌Older hardware, 512 MB of VRAM, and weaker feature support mean it will age faster in newer AAA releases.
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616.3% HIGHER MSRP
$2,500 MSRPvs$349 MSRP

Quick Answers

Which GPU is faster for gaming right now?

GeForce RTX 2060 is the faster gaming card right now based on the synthetic data we have. It leads by 827.3% in PassMark G3D (14,114 vs 1,522), which is the best performance signal available in this matchup.

Which GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 2060 is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond. The case is simple: 6 GB vs 512 MB of VRAM and the newer upscaling stack, DLSS 2 Super Resolution (2020) instead of no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That gives it more room for heavier textures and higher settings over time.

Which GPU is the better buy today?

GeForce RTX 2060 makes the most sense to buy today. It is $2,151 cheaper on MSRP at $349 vs $2,500, and it leads G3D-per-dollar by 6542.8% (40.4 vs 0.6), so the value case lines up with the gaming result.

GeForce RTX 2060 vs RTXA5000-6Q Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

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.

RTXA5000-6Q

The RTXA5000-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,522 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 2060 scores 14,114 versus the RTXA5000-6Q's 1,522 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 827.3%. The GeForce RTX 2060 is built on Turing while the RTXA5000-6Q uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-6Q). Raw compute: 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-6Q). Boost clocks: 1680 MHz vs 1695 MHz. Ray tracing: 30 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 64 (RTXA5000-6Q) with 240 Tensor cores vs 256.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060	RTXA5000-6Q
G3D Mark Score	14,114+827%	1,522
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	1920	8192+327%
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.451 TFLOPS	27.77 TFLOPS+330%
Boost Clock	1680 MHz	1695 MHz
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	120	256+113%
L1 Cache	1.9 MB	8 MB+321%
L2 Cache	3 MB	6 MB+100%
Ray Tracing Cores	30	64+113%
Tensor Cores	240	256+7%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The RTXA5000-6Q supports the newer Upscaling support, whereas the GeForce RTX 2060 is capped at DLSS 2 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060	RTXA5000-6Q
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB of VRAM, while the RTXA5000-6Q carries 512 MB. GeForce RTX 2060 gives you 1100% more memory capacity, which matters more once you move into heavier textures, mods, or higher resolutions. Memory bus width is 192-bit on the GeForce RTX 2060 and 64-bit on the RTXA5000-6Q. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-6Q) — the RTXA5000-6Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060	RTXA5000-6Q
VRAM Capacity	6 GB+1100%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	192-bit+200%	64-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB	6 MB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2060 draws 160W versus the RTXA5000-6Q's 230W — a 35.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 350W (RTXA5000-6Q). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060	RTXA5000-6Q
TDP	160W-30%	230W
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	229mm	—
Height	113mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	72	—
Perf/Watt	88.2+1236%	6.6

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Value Analysis

At launch, the GeForce RTX 2060 came in at $349, while the RTXA5000-6Q launched at $2500. On MSRP, GeForce RTX 2060 was 86% cheaper ($2151 less). Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 40.4 (GeForce RTX 2060) vs 0.6 (RTXA5000-6Q) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 6633.3% better value. The newer card here is RTXA5000-6Q (2021 vs 2019).

Feature	GeForce RTX 2060	RTXA5000-6Q
MSRP	$349-86%	$2500
Performance per Dollar	40.4+6633%	0.6
Codename	TU106	GA102
Release	January 7 2019	April 12 2021
Ranking	#168	#53

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