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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5050

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 5050 comes out significantly faster — about 33% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. But the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the better value, undercutting it by $260 EUR for the performance you get.

Market Value Leader

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the clear winner, offering 615.9% better value than GeForce RTX 5050.

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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Price
€30
Performance
15/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+240% Tensor Cores (272 vs 80)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+70% RT Cores (34 vs 20)
Price
€290
Performance
20/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+56% Boost Clock (2,572 MHz vs 1,650 MHz)
+18% CUDA Cores (2,560 vs 2,176)

GeForce RTX 5050 vs GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 5050 vs GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 5050 is significantly faster, around 33% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 5050 packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 2,176 on the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER currently lists from $30 EUR, $260 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 5050 at $290 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar (~616% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is trading below its $399 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

At 130W against 175W, the GeForce RTX 5050 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 320 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 5050 is roughly 6 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER (Blackwell vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or GeForce RTX 5050?

Choose the GeForce RTX 5050 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 5050 better than the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 5050 is significantly faster, roughly 33% ahead. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5050?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 5050 worth the extra $260 EUR over the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER comes out ahead.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or GeForce RTX 5050?

Choose the GeForce RTX 5050 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 5050
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 5050
ArchitectureTuringBlackwell
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 4N
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,1762,560
Ray Tracing Cores3420
Tensor / AI Cores27280

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 5050
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 5050
Base Clock1,470 MHz2,310 MHz
Boost Clock1,650 MHz2,572 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 5050
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 5050
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps20 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s320 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 5050
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 5050
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x8
TDP175 W130 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJul 2019Jun 2025