RTX A500 Embedded GPU 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU is positioned at rank #122 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

100%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

97%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

95%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

88%

#107

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1192%

#122

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

98%

#130

FirePro D300

MSRP: $500|Avg: $20

92%

#131

Radeon Pro WX 3200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

90%

#132

Radeon Pro WX 5100

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

89%

#134

Quadro P2000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

86%

#135

Quadro P3000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

86%

#136

Quadro P3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $200

86%

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 127.8% 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 A500 Embedded GPU.

Insight	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-127.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+127.8%)
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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 2060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 A500 Embedded GPU and GeForce RTX 2060

RTX A500 Embedded GPU

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 435 MHz to 1335 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,197 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 RTX A500 Embedded GPU scores 6,197 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 127.8%. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 8 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 5.468 TFLOPS (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 1335 MHz vs 1680 MHz. Ray tracing: 16 RT cores (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 30 (GeForce RTX 2060) with 64 Tensor cores vs 240.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	6,197	14,114+128%
Architecture	Ampere	Turing
Process Node	8 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	2048+7%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.468 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+18%
Boost Clock	1335 MHz	1680 MHz+26%
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	64	120+88%
L1 Cache	2 MB+5%	1.9 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%
Ray Tracing Cores	16	30+88%
Tensor Cores	64	240+275%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	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	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU 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. L2 Cache: 2 MB (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	2 MB	3 MB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12_2	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC (Turing).

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A500 Embedded GPU draws 20W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 155.6% difference. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX A500 Embedded GPU) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 82mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	RTX A500 Embedded GPU	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	20W-88%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	82mm	229mm
Height	—	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	72
Perf/Watt	309.9+251%	88.2