GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

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.

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Per Dollar

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Why is GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER better than GeForce RTX 2070?

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and RTX 2070 are virtually identical in performance, both featuring 8GB of VRAM and the Turing architecture. In almost every benchmark, the two cards trade blows, with the 2060 SUPER often matching the 2070 thanks to its improved core specs released later in the generation. Both provide a great highnd 1080p or smooth 1440p experience.

Technically, the RTX 2070 has a very minor lead in raw core count, but for the average user, the difference is imperceivable. Because they offer the same level of performance and nearly identical features, the winner is usually whichever card you can find for a better price. Both remain excellent entries into the world of Ray Tracing and DLSS on the secondary market, providing a robust platform for modern gaming on a budget.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2070.

Insight	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $160 versus $180 for the GeForce RTX 2070, it costs 11% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 15.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+15.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($180)	✅More affordable ($160)

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 2070 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

GeForce RTX 2070

The GeForce RTX 2070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 17 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1620 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 175W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,068 points. Launch price was $499.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce RTX 2070 scores 16,068 and the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER reaches 16,477 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 2070 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce RTX 2070) vs 2,176 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER). Raw compute: 7.465 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2070) vs 7.181 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER). Boost clocks: 1620 MHz vs 1650 MHz. Ray tracing: 36 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2070) vs 34 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) with 288 Tensor cores vs 272.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
G3D Mark Score	16,068	16,477+3%
Architecture	Turing	Turing
Process Node	12 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2304+6%	2176
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.465 TFLOPS+4%	7.181 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1620 MHz	1650 MHz+2%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	144+6%	136
L1 Cache	2.3 MB+10%	2.1 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB	4 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	36+6%	34
Tensor Cores	288+6%	272

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
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 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
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: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2070) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
DirectX	12.1	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6.0 (GeForce RTX 2070) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP9 vs NVDEC 4th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce RTX 2070) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER).

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Encoder	NVENC 6.0	NVENC 7th Gen
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP9	NVDEC 4th Gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2070 draws 175W versus the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER's 175W — a 0% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce RTX 2070) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070	GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
TDP	175W	175W
Recommended PSU	550W	550W
Power Connector	8-pin	8-pin
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	112mm	112mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	70-13%
Perf/Watt	91.8	94.2+3%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $180, while the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER launched at $399 and now averages $160. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER costs 11.1% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 89.3 (GeForce RTX 2070) vs 103.0 (GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER offers 15.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).