GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

2018Core: 1350 MHzBoost: 1545 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
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Performance Per Dollar

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 52.4% higher G3D Mark score and 83.3% more VRAM (11 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2060.

InsightGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Leading raw performance (+52.4%)
Lower raw frame rates (-52.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+83.3%)
🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $600 for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, it costs 80% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 228% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+228%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)
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 RTX 2080 Ti and GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1350 MHz to 1545 MHz. It has 4352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 68 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 21,513 points. Launch price was $999.

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 RTX 2080 Ti scores 21,513 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti leads by 52.4%. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 4,352 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 13.45 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1545 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 68 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) with 544 Tensor cores vs 240.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
21,513+52%
14,114
Architecture
Turing
Turing
Process Node
12 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
4352+127%
1920
Compute (TFLOPS)
13.45 TFLOPS+108%
6.451 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1545 MHz
1680 MHz+9%
ROPs
88+83%
48
TMUs
272+127%
120
L1 Cache
4.3 MB+126%
1.9 MB
L2 Cache
5.5 MB+83%
3 MB
Ray Tracing Cores
68+127%
30
Tensor Cores
544+127%
240

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
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)

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti comes with 11 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti offers 83.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 616 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 83.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti. Bus width: 352-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 5.5 MB (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
11 GB+83%
6 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
616 GB/s+83%
336 GB/s
Bus Width
352-bit+83%
192-bit
L2 Cache
5.5 MB+83%
3 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
DirectX
12.1
12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan
1.2
1.3+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
Encoder
6th Gen NVENC
NVENC (Turing)
Decoder
4th Gen NVDEC
NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti draws 250W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 43.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 72.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
TDP
250W
160W-36%
Recommended PSU
650W
500W-23%
Power Connector
2x 8-pin
8-pin
Length
267mm
229mm
Height
116mm
113mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
72-15%
Perf/Watt
86.1
88.2+2%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 80% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.9 (GeForce RTX 2080 Ti) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 227.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2080 TiGeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$999
$349-65%
Avg Price (30d)
$600
$120-80%
Performance per Dollar
35.9
117.6+228%
Codename
TU102
TU106
Release
September 20 2018
January 7 2019
Ranking
#66
#168