RTX A2000 12GB vs GeForce GTX 1060

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.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTX A2000 12GB

#9

Intel Arc Pro B50

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

114%

#11

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $900|Avg: $300

109%

#16

Radeon PRO W7500

MSRP: $429|Avg: $401

101%

#18

Radeon Pro V520 MxGPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $340

100%

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RTX A2000 12GB

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

100%

#20

Radeon Pro Vega 56

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

99%

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RTX A2000

MSRP: $450|Avg: $320

98%

#23

Intel Arc Pro B60

MSRP: $500|Avg: $450

90%

#24

Radeon PRO W7600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

90%

#25

RTX 2000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $625|Avg: $750

90%

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Radeon Pro Vega 48

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

82%

#27

Radeon Pro 5700 XT

MSRP: $500|Avg: $280

81%

#28

Quadro P5200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $240

76%

#29

Radeon PRO W7700

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

76%

#30

Radeon PRO W6600

MSRP: $649|Avg: $649

75%

#32

Radeon AI PRO R9700

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1450

72%

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Radeon Pro Vega 64

MSRP: $599|Avg: $114

70%

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 RTX A2000 12GB uses modern memory architecture. The RTX A2000 12GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The RTX A2000 12GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 36.3% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% 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 GTX 1060.

Insight	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+36.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-36.3%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $380 for the RTX A2000 12GB, it costs 84% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 364.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+364.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380)	✅More affordable ($60)

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.

RTX A2000 12GB Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTX A2000 12GB and GeForce GTX 1060

RTX A2000 12GB

The RTX A2000 12GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 23 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 562 MHz to 1200 MHz. It has 3328 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 26 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 13,721 points. Launch price was $449.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RTX A2000 12GB scores 13,721 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the RTX A2000 12GB leads by 36.3%. The RTX A2000 12GB is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,328 (RTX A2000 12GB) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 7.987 TFLOPS (RTX A2000 12GB) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1200 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	13,721+36%	10,064
Architecture	Ampere	Pascal
Process Node	8 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3328+30%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.987 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+11%
Boost Clock	1200 MHz	1733 MHz+44%
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	104	160+54%
L1 Cache	3.3 MB+251%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTX A2000 12GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The RTX A2000 12GB offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (RTX A2000 12GB) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the RTX A2000 12GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX A2000 12GB) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.2+2%	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (RTX A2000 12GB) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A2000 12GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	7th Gen NVENC	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A2000 12GB draws 70W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 88% difference. The RTX A2000 12GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RTX A2000 12GB) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 167mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	RTX A2000 12GB	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	70W-61%	180W
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	167mm	173mm
Height	68mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	196.0+251%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The RTX A2000 12GB launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 84.2% less ($320 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 36.1 (RTX A2000 12GB) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 364.5% better value. The RTX A2000 12GB is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).