Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is positioned at rank #206 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 Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

#196

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

415%

#198

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

376%

#199

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

375%

#203

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

341%

#204

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

339%

#206

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

98%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

93%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

93%

#221

Radeon HD 6550A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

90%

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 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 259.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-259.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+259.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Vega (2017−2020))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870, it costs 20% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 349.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+349.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅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.

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 and GeForce RTX 2060

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2018. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 931 MHz to 1011 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,922 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 Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 scores 3,922 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 259.9%. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is built on Vega while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 14 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1011 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	3,922	14,114+260%
Architecture	Vega	Turing
Process Node	14 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1280	1920+50%
Boost Clock	1011 MHz	1680 MHz+66%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	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	AMD Anti-Lag	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 179.2 GB/s (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 336 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2060) — a 87.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2060. Bus width: 1024-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	6 GB
Memory Type	HBM2	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	179.2 GB/s	336 GB/s+88%
Bus Width	1024-bit+433%	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	6+50%	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	VCE 3.0	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	UVD 6.3	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 draws 65W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 84.4% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Integrated vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 72.

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	65W-59%	160W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	500W
Power Connector	Integrated	8-pin
Length	0mm	229mm
Height	0mm	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	72-10%
Perf/Watt	60.3	88.2+46%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 20% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.1 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 350.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2018).

Feature	Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870	GeForce RTX 2060
MSRP	$150-57%	$349
Avg Price (30d)	$150	$120-20%
Performance per Dollar	26.1	117.6+351%
Codename	Vega Kaby Lake-G	TU106
Release	January 7 2018	January 7 2019
Ranking	#427	#168