GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce RTX 2060
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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 Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 32.3% higher G3D Mark score and 31.8% more VRAM (8 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.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+32.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-32.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+31.8%) | 🎮 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 $250 for the GeForce RTX 2080, it costs 52% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 57.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+57.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) | ✅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 and GeForce RTX 2060
GeForce RTX 2080
The GeForce RTX 2080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 2944 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,676 points. Launch price was $699.
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 scores 18,676 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2080 leads by 32.3%. The GeForce RTX 2080 is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 2,944 (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 10.07 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) with 368 Tensor cores vs 240.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 18,676+32% | 14,114 |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2944+53% | 1920 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.07 TFLOPS+56% | 6.451 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz+2% | 1680 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 184+53% | 120 |
| L1 Cache | 2.9 MB+53% | 1.9 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46+53% | 30 |
| Tensor Cores | 368+53% | 240 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 2080 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2080 offers 31.8% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2080 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 7.906 GB+32% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s+33% | 336 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+33% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080) 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.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce 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 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2080 draws 215W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 29.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 72.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 215W | 160W-26% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 500W-23% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 229mm |
| Height | 116mm | 113mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 72-10% |
| Perf/Watt | 86.9 | 88.2+1% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 2080 launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 52% less ($130 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 74.7 (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 57.4% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $349-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $120-52% |
| Performance per Dollar | 74.7 | 117.6+57% |
| Codename | TU104 | TU106 |
| Release | September 20 2018 | January 7 2019 |
| Ranking | #94 | #168 |
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