GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce RTX 2060 and GeForce RTX 3050 6GB.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2060 comes out significantly faster — about 30% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. But the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the better value, undercutting it by $17,553 JPY for the performance you get.
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GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, around 30% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB currently lists from $37,172 JPY, $17,553 JPY less than the GeForce RTX 2060 at $54,725 JPY. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers the better performance-per-dollar (~13% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB still sits about $37,003 JPY above its $169 JPY MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2060 still sits about $54,376 JPY above its $349 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the gentler choice at 130W versus 160W. The GeForce RTX 2060 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 160W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2060's memory is faster — 336 GB/s versus 224 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2060 (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 or GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2060 better than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 or the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 2060 worth the extra $17,553 JPY over the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 30✓ | 20 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 240✓ | 80 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,365 MHz | 1,552 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,680 MHz | 1,777 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 14 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 336 GB/s✓ | 224 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3050 6GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| TDP | 160 W | 130 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Jan 2019 | Jan 2022 |