GeForce RTX 2060

The RTX 2060 was released by Nvidia in January 2019, following the release of the higher-end RTX 2080 and RTX 2070 in late 2018. The RTX 2060 was designed to offer gamers an affordable entry point into the world of real-time ray tracing, a technology that allows for more realistic lighting and reflections in games. The RTX 2060 quickly became a popular choice among PC gamers due to its strong performance, energy efficiency, and reasonable price point compared to other high-end graphics cards.

RTX 2060 Release Date

The RTX 2060 is a high-end graphics card from Nvidia based on the Turing architecture. It features 1920 CUDA cores, 6GB of GDDR6 VRAM, and a 192-bit memory interface. The RTX 2060 has a base clock speed of 1365 MHz and a boost clock speed of 1680 MHz. In terms of power consumption, the RTX 2060 has a TDP of 160W and requires an 8-pin power connector. It also supports real-time ray tracing, DLSS, and other advanced gaming features. With its powerful performance and relatively low power consumption, the RTX 2060 is a popular choice for gamers and content creators who require a high-end GPU. HTML list of RTX 2060 specs: <ul> <li>Architecture: Turing</li> <li>Core Clock: 1365 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1680 MHz</li> <li>CUDA Cores: 1920</li> <li>Memory Size: 6GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR6</li> <li>Memory Interface Width: 192-bit</li> <li>Memory Bandwidth: 336 GB/s</li> <li>Power Connector: 8-pin</li> <li>Power Consumption: 160W</li> <li>Max Resolution: 7680x4320</li> <li>Real-Time Ray Tracing: Yes</li> <li>DLSS: Yes</li> </ul>

RTX 2060 Specs

KAER Gaming GeForce RTX 2060 6GB GDRR6 192-Bit HDMI/DP/DVI 1680MHz Dual Fans ray-tracing Graphics Card

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Cyberpunk 2077

Forza Horizon 5

God of War

Counter Strike 2

Red Dead Redemption 2

Resident evil 4

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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

51RISC GeForce RTX 2060 Super Graphics Card, 8GB GDDR6 256bit PCIe 4.0 x16 DP HDMI DVI Ray Tracing Video Card for Gaming PC 2K Game Card

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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 (rev. 2.0) Graphics Card, 2X WINDFORCE Fans, 12GB 192-bit GDDR6, GV-N3060WF2OC-12GD Rev2.0 Video Card

MSI GeForce RTX 3060 Ventus 2X 12G OC, Gaming Graphics Card - NVIDIA RTX 3060, 12GB GDDR6 Memory, 192-bit, 15 Gbps

ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Twin Edge 12GB GDDR6 192-bit 15 Gbps PCIE 4.0 Gaming Graphics Card, IceStorm 2.0 Cooling, Active Fan Control, FREEZE Fan Stop, ZT-A30600E-10M

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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Radeon RX 9060 XT

PowerColor Reaper AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB GDDR6

XFX Swift AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT OC White Gaming Edition with 8GB GDDR6 HDMI 2xDP, AMD RDNA 4 RX 9060XT RX-96TSW8GWQ

Sapphire 11350-04-20G Pulse AMD Radeon™ RX 9060 XT Gaming OC Graphics Card with 8GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 4

XFX Swift AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT OC Gaming Edition with 8GB GDDR6 HDMI 2xDP, AMD RDNA 4  RX 9060XT 8GB

Radeon RX 7700 XT

XFX Speedster SWFT210 Radeon RX 7700XT Gaming Graphics Card with 12GB GDDR6 HDMI 3xDP, AMD RDNA 3 RX-77TSWFTFP

ASRock AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT Challenger 12GB GDDR6 192-bit 0dB Silent Cooling 7680 x 4320 DisplayPort HDMI LED Indicator 18Gbps Dual Fan Graphics Card

GIGABYTE Radeon RX 7700 XT Gaming OC 12G Graphics Card, 3X WINDFORCE Fans 12GB 192-bit GDDR6, GV-R77XTGAMING OC-12GD Video Card

ASRock Challenger Radeon RX 7700 XT 12GB GDDR6 PCI Express 4.0 x16 ATX Graphics Card RX7700XT CL 12GO

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Benchmark RX 7700 XT vs RTX 4070

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Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB

Sapphire 11350-03-20G Pulse AMD Radeon™ RX 9060 XT Gaming OC Graphics Card with 16GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 4

PowerColor Reaper AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB GDDR6

GIGABYTE Radeon RX 9060 XT Gaming OC 16G Graphics Card, PCIe 5.0, 16GB GDDR6, GV-R9060XTGAMING OC-16GD Video Card

ASRock Challenger Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB GDDR6 PCI Express 5.0 x16 Graphics Card RX9060XT CL 16GO RX 9060XT

Radeon RX 6600

ASRock Radeon RX 6600 Challenger D 8GB GDDR6 PCI Express 4.0 Graphics Card RX6600 CLD 8G

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 is praised for its performance in 1080p gaming. It's noted for its energy efficiency, quiet operation, compact design, and support for ray tracing and HDMI 2.1. The RX 6600 matches the RX 5700 and RTX 2070 in performance, falling slightly behind the RTX 3060. Its limitations include a higher market price than the MSRP, limited supply, and modest ray tracing performance. The review suggests it as a good choice for 1080p gaming due to its efficient performance and low power consumption.

MSI Radeon RX 6600 MECH 2X 8G Graphics Card 8GB Memory

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GeForce RTX 3080

The RTX 3080 graphics card was launched by NVIDIA on September 1st, 2020. As an enthusiast-class graphics card, the RTX 3080 is designed to deliver top-of-the-line performance for demanding applications such as gaming and professional content creation. The release of the RTX 3080 was highly anticipated by many in the tech community, as it marked a significant leap forward in terms of both performance and efficiency compared to previous generation graphics cards. Since its release, the RTX 3080 has become a popular choice among gamers and content creators looking for a powerful and reliable graphics card.

RTX 3080 Release Date

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 is a high-end graphics card that requires a maximum power draw of 320 W, and draws power from 1x 12-pin power connector. It has 10 GB GDDR6X VRAM and is connected to the rest of the system using a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. The card features a dual-slot cooling solution and has dimensions of 285 mm x 112 mm x 40 mm. The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, making it compatible with a wide range of devices. <ul> <li>Power Consumption: 320 W maximum</li> <li>VRAM: 10 GB GDDR6X</li> <li>Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x16</li> <li>Dimensions: 285 mm x 112 mm x 40 mm</li> <li>Cooling Solution: Dual-slot</li> <li>Display Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a</li> </ul>

RTX 3080 Specs

The recommended founder edition RTX 3080 power supply is 700W. However, RTX 3080 power consumption can vary from version to version. For example, the Gigabyte Aorus RTX 3080 Xtreme power draw is 370W and its recommended PSU is 750W. While the founder edition power consumption is 320W and the recommended PSU is 700W. Always do the research on your specific GPU version when choosing a power supply.

What Power Supply do I Need for RTX 3080?

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3080 Gaming OC 10G (REV2.0) Graphics Card, 3X WINDFORCE Fans, LHR, 10GB 320-bit GDDR6X, GV-N3080GAMING OC-10GD Video Card

 Test in 18 Games 2023

Radeon RX 7600

GeForce RTX 4080

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce RTX 2060	7601	$199
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	8781	$239
GeForce RTX 3060	8739	$299

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Radeon RX 9060 XT	16421	$299
Radeon RX 7700 XT	17245	$329
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB	16436	$379

RX 6600 vs RTX 3080

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 6600

AMD Equivalent to RTX 3080

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