M1 8-Core GPU vs GeForce RTX 2060

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 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 182.3% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the M1 8-Core GPU.

Insight	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-182.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+182.3%)
Longevity	Legacy (5nm)	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 2060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of M1 8-Core GPU and GeForce RTX 2060

M1 8-Core GPU

The M1 8-Core GPU is manufactured by Apple. It was released in November 10 2020. The core clock speed is 1278 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the M1 8-Core GPU scores 5,000 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 182.3%. Shader units: 8 (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	5,000	14,114+182%
Process Node	5 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	8	1920+23900%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The M1 8-Core GPU comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 68 GB/s (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 394.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060. Bus width: Unified vs 192-bit.

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	68 GB/s	336 GB/s+394%
Bus Width	Unified	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: N/A (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). OpenGL: 4.1 (Rosetta 2) vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	N/A	12 Ultimate (12_2)
OpenGL	4.1 (Rosetta 2)	4.6+12%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Apple M1 Video Encoder (M1 8-Core GPU) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: Apple M1 Video Decoder vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,ProRes,ProRes RAW (M1 8-Core GPU) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	Apple M1 Video Encoder	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	Apple M1 Video Decoder	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,ProRes,ProRes RAW	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The M1 8-Core GPU draws 30W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 136.8% difference. The M1 8-Core GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.

Feature	M1 8-Core GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	30W-81%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	72
Perf/Watt	166.7+89%	88.2

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Value Analysis

The M1 8-Core GPU launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The M1 8-Core GPU costs 100+% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (M1 8-Core GPU) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the M1 8-Core GPU offers Infinity% better value. The M1 8-Core GPU is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2019).