RTX A400
VS
GeForce RTX 2060

RTX A400 vs GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

RTX A400

2024Core: 727 MHzBoost: 1762 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 RTX A400 is positioned at rank #26 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 RTX A400

#9
Intel Arc Pro B50
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
79%
#11
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
333%
#11
Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)
MSRP: $900|Avg: $300
75%
#16
Radeon PRO W7500
MSRP: $429|Avg: $401
70%
#18
Radeon Pro V520 MxGPU
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $340
69%
#19
RTX A2000 12GB
MSRP: $449|Avg: $380
69%
#20
Radeon Pro Vega 56
MSRP: $399|Avg: $60
68%
#26
RTX A400
MSRP: $135|Avg: $135
100%
#29
Radeon Pro 5500 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $100
90%
#33
Radeon PRO W6400
MSRP: $229|Avg: $200
83%
#36
T600
MSRP: $200|Avg: $180
72%
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 135.9% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A400.

InsightRTX A400GeForce RTX 2060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-135.9%)
Leading raw performance (+135.9%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
✨ 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

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $135 for the RTX A400, it costs 11% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 165.4% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRTX A400GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+165.4%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($135)
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTX A400 and GeForce RTX 2060

NVIDIA

RTX A400

The RTX A400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 727 MHz to 1762 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,983 points.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the RTX A400 scores 5,983 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 135.9%. The RTX A400 is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 768 (RTX A400) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 2.706 TFLOPS (RTX A400) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1762 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 6 RT cores (RTX A400) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) with 24 Tensor cores vs 240.

FeatureRTX A400GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score
5,983
14,114+136%
Architecture
Ampere
Turing
Process Node
8 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
768
1920+150%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.706 TFLOPS
6.451 TFLOPS+138%
Boost Clock
1762 MHz+5%
1680 MHz
ROPs
16
48+200%
TMUs
24
120+400%
Ray Tracing Cores
6
30+400%
Tensor Cores
24
240+900%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTX A400GeForce 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
NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA Reflex
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTX A400 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

FeatureRTX A400GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
6 GB+50%
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Bus Width
128-bit
192-bit+50%
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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A400 draws 50W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 104.8% difference. The RTX A400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX A400) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin.

FeatureRTX A400GeForce RTX 2060
TDP
50W-69%
160W
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
229mm
Height
113mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
72
Perf/Watt
119.7+36%
88.2
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Value Analysis

The RTX A400 launched at $135 MSRP and currently averages $135, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce RTX 2060 costs 11.1% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.3 (RTX A400) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 165.5% better value. The RTX A400 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2019).

FeatureRTX A400GeForce RTX 2060
MSRP
$135-61%
$349
Avg Price (30d)
$135
$120-11%
Performance per Dollar
44.3
117.6+165%
Codename
GA107
TU106
Release
April 16 2024
January 7 2019
Ranking
#397
#168