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RTX A2000
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar RTX A2000
Performance Per Dollar RTX A2000 12GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX A2000 12GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A2000.
| Insight | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The RTX A2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $320 versus $380 for the RTX A2000 12GB, it costs 16% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 16.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+16.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($320) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380) |
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 RTX A2000 and RTX A2000 12GB
RTX A2000
The RTX A2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 10 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: 13,464 points. Launch price was $449.
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.
Graphics Performance
The RTX A2000 scores 13,464 and the RTX A2000 12GB reaches 13,721 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX A2000 is built on Ampere while the RTX A2000 12GB uses Ampere, both on a 8 nm process. Shader units: 3,328 (RTX A2000) vs 3,328 (RTX A2000 12GB). Raw compute: 7.987 TFLOPS (RTX A2000) vs 7.987 TFLOPS (RTX A2000 12GB). Boost clocks: 1200 MHz vs 1200 MHz. Ray tracing: 26 RT cores (RTX A2000) vs 26 (RTX A2000 12GB) with 104 Tensor cores vs 104.
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 13,464 | 13,721+2% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 3328 | 3328 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.987 TFLOPS | 7.987 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1200 MHz | 1200 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 104 | 104 |
| L1 Cache | 3.3 MB | 3.3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 26 | 26 |
| Tensor Cores | 104 | 104 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX A2000) vs 12.2 (RTX A2000 12GB). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 6+50% | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (RTX A2000) vs 7th Gen NVENC (RTX A2000 12GB). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A2000) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A2000 12GB).
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | 7th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX A2000 draws 70W versus the RTX A2000 12GB's 70W — a 0% difference. The RTX A2000 12GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RTX A2000) vs 500W (RTX A2000 12GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 167mm vs 167mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W | 70W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 167mm | 167mm |
| Height | 68mm | 68mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 192.3 | 196.0+2% |
Value Analysis
The RTX A2000 launched at $450 MSRP and currently averages $320, while the RTX A2000 12GB launched at $449 and now averages $380. The RTX A2000 costs 15.8% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 42.1 (RTX A2000) vs 36.1 (RTX A2000 12GB) — the RTX A2000 offers 16.6% better value.
| Feature | RTX A2000 | RTX A2000 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $450 | $449 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $320-16% | $380 |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.1+17% | 36.1 |
| Codename | GA106 | GA106 |
| Release | August 10 2021 | November 23 2021 |
| Ranking | #186 | #177 |
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