NVS 310 vs GeForce RTX 2060

NVS 310

2015Core: 902 MHzBoost: 1033 MHz

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

NVS 310

275

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2060

160

14,114

+5032.4%

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

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. The NVS 310 is positioned at rank #305 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar NVS 310

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

91%

#290

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

8539%

#305

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

100%

#306

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#308

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

99%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

98%

#310

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

97%

#311

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

95%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

94%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

92%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

91%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

91%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

89%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

88%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

88%

#320

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

88%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The NVS 310 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5032.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 310.

Insight	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5032.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5032.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $10), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 327.7% better value per dollar than the NVS 310.

Insight	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+327.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

NVS 310 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of NVS 310 and GeForce RTX 2060

NVS 310

The NVS 310 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 275 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 NVS 310 scores 275 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 5032.4%. The NVS 310 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 512 (NVS 310) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 (NVS 310) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	275	14,114+5032%
Architecture	Maxwell	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	512 ×2	1920+275%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.058 TFLOPS ×2	6.451 TFLOPS+510%
Boost Clock	1033 MHz	1680 MHz+63%
ROPs	16 ×2	48+200%
TMUs	32 ×2	120+275%
L1 Cache	0.25 MB	1.9 MB+660%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	NVS 310	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 NVS 310 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (NVS 310) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1 MB	3 MB+200%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (NVS 310) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Fermi NVENC (NVS 310) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: VP4 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (NVS 310) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	Fermi NVENC	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	VP4	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The NVS 310 draws 68W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 80.7% difference. The NVS 310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (NVS 310) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 145mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 72.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	68W-57%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	145mm	229mm
Height	69mm	113mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	72-4%
Perf/Watt	4.0	88.2+2105%

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Value Analysis

The NVS 310 launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The NVS 310 costs 91.7% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 27.5 (NVS 310) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 327.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).