GeForce RTX 3060

MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 15 Gbps GDRR6 192-Bit HDMI/DP PCIe 4 Torx Twin Fan Ampere OC Graphics Card

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 WINDFORCE OC 12G (REV2.0) Graphics Card, 2X WINDFORCE Fans, 12GB 192-bit GDDR6, GV-N3060WF2OC-12GD REV2.0 Video Card

ASUS Dual NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 V2 OC Edition 12GB GDDR6 Gaming Graphics Card (PCIe 4.0, 12GB GDDR6 Memory, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a, 2-Slot, Axial-tech Fan Design, 0dB Technology)

The TechPowerUp review of the EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC highlights its impressive performance, being faster than the RTX 2070 and 20% faster than the RTX 2060. It boasts features like 12 GB VRAM, efficient cooling, and overclocking potential. However, its cooler is relatively louder, and it faces supply constraints impacting its pricing and availability. Ideal for 1440p gaming without raytracing or 1080p with high refresh rates, it offers hardware-accelerated raytracing, DLSS support, and HDMI 2.1. Overall, the RTX 3060 offers a strong value proposition in its segment.

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GeForce RTX 2070

The RTX 2070 graphics card was released in the latter half of 2018. This marked the introduction of Nvidia's latest generation of graphics cards, which included the higher-end RTX 2080 and 2080 Ti models. The RTX 2070 was well-received by both gamers and professionals for its improved performance and new features, such as real-time ray tracing. The release of the RTX 2070 was a significant moment in the gaming industry, as it paved the way for future advancements in graphics technology.

RTX 2070 Release Date

The RTX 2070 is a high-performance graphics card that boasts impressive specs. With a power consumption of 175 W, it is a relatively efficient card that can handle demanding tasks without drawing too much power. The RTX 2070 also comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, providing ample memory for even the most complex gaming and professional applications. Overall, the RTX 2070 is a well-rounded graphics card that offers a great balance of performance, efficiency, and memory capacity. Here are the key specs of the RTX 2070: <ul> <li>Architecture: Turing</li> <li>Core Clock: 1410 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1620 MHz</li> <li>Memory Speed: 14 Gbps</li> <li>Memory Size: 8 GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR6</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Power Consumption: 175 W</li> <li>Recommended Power Supply: 550 W</li> <li>DirectX Support: 12</li> <li>Display Outputs: 3x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x USB Type-C</li> </ul>

RTX 2070 Specs

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 2070 Windforce 8G Graphics Card, 2X Windforce Fans, 8GB 256-Bit GDDR6, GV-N2070WF2-8GD Video Card

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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 Super 8GB GDRR6 256-Bit HDMI/DP G-Sync Turing Architecture Overclocked Graphics Card (RTX 2060 Super VENTUS GP OC)

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Radeon RX 580

The RX 580 was first released in 2017 and was marketed as an improved version of the RX 480. It was manufactured using a 14nm process and offered improved performance and power efficiency compared to its predecessor. The RX 580 was also notable for being one of the first graphics cards to support AMD's Radeon Chill technology, which helps reduce power consumption and heat output during less demanding gaming sessions. While the RX 580 is no longer a top-of-the-line option, it remains a popular choice for budget-conscious gamers looking for a reliable and capable GPU.

RX 580 Release Date

It has a power consumption of around 185 watts and comes with a 8GB GDDR5 VRAM. The RX 580 is equipped with a clock speed of up to 1340 MHz and features AMD's Polaris 20 graphics processor. With its high-quality components, the RX 580 can deliver smooth and seamless gameplay for both casual and hardcore gamers. Here is a list of the RX 580 specs: <ul> <li>Architecture: Polaris 20</li> <li>Core Clock: 1257 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1340 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 8 GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Clock: 2000 MHz</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 7680 x 4320</li> <li>Power Connectors: 1x 8-pin</li> </ul>

RX 580 Specs

XFX Radeon RX 580 GTS XXX Edition 1386MHz OC+, 8GB GDDR5, VR Ready, Dual BIOS, 3xDP HDMI DVI, AMD Graphics Card (RX-580P8DFD6)

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Radeon RX 5700 XT

The RX 5700 XT was launched in 2019 and is a high-end graphics card designed by AMD. The release date was highly anticipated as it was the first time AMD had released a high-end graphics card using the RDNA architecture, which is a significant departure from AMD's previous GCN architecture. The RX 5700 XT was created to compete with Nvidia's high-end graphics cards, specifically the RTX 2070. Since its launch, the RX 5700 XT has become a popular choice among gamers and enthusiasts, thanks to its competitive performance and price point.

RX 5700 XT Release Date

The power consumption of the RX 5700 XT is 225 watts, which is a bit higher than some of its competitors. However, the RX 5700 XT makes up for this with its impressive performance and features. The card comes equipped with 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM, which is capable of delivering high-quality graphics and smooth gameplay even at high resolutions. The RX 5700 XT also features a base clock speed of 1605 MHz, a boost clock speed of up to 1905 MHz, and a memory clock speed of 1750 MHz. Other notable specs include 40 compute units, 2560 stream processors, and a 256-bit memory interface. Here are some additional RX 5700 XT specs: <ul> <li>Power consumption: 225 watts</li> <li>VRAM: 8GB GDDR6</li> <li>Base clock speed: 1605 MHz</li> <li>Boost clock speed: up to 1905 MHz</li> <li>Memory clock speed: 1750 MHz</li> <li>Compute units: 40</li> <li>Stream processors: 2560</li> <li>Memory interface: 256-bit</li> </ul>

RX 5700 XT Specs

GIGABYTE AORUS Radeon RX 5700 XT 8G Graphics Card, PCIe 4.0, 8GB 256-Bit GDDR6, GV-R57XTAORUS-8GD Video Card

GeForce GTX 980

The GTX 980 was officially released on September 18, 2014. This release marked the introduction of the second generation Maxwell architecture, which brought significant improvements in power efficiency compared to the previous generation Kepler architecture. The GTX 980 was the first of the new series of graphics cards to be released by NVIDIA, followed by the GTX 970.

GTX 980 Release Date

The GTX 980 was a high-end graphics card released by Nvidia in 2014, along with the GTX 970. It featured 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM, which was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the GTX 780. The GTX 980 also had a lower power consumption of 165 watts, making it a more energy-efficient option compared to other high-end graphics cards at the time. With its impressive VRAM and power efficiency, the GTX 980 was a popular choice for gamers who required high-quality graphics and smooth performance. Here are the key specifications for the GTX 980: <ul> <li>GPU Clock: 1126 MHz</li> <li>Memory Clock: 1750 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 4GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 4096 x 2160</li> <li>Power Consumption: 165 watts</li> <li>DirectX: 12.0</li> <li>OpenGL: 4.5</li> <li>TDP: 165 watts</li> <li>Outputs: 1x DVI, 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort</li> </ul>

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce RTX 3060	8739	$289
GeForce RTX 2070	9129	$390
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	8781	$409

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Radeon RX 590	4777	$109
Radeon RX 580	4346	$129
Radeon RX 5500 XT	4857	$135

RX 5700 XT vs GTX 980

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