GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 2060 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop comes out significantly faster — about 38% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2060. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the cheaper option by $452 EUR.
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GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 2060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 2060
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is significantly faster, around 38% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2060. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce RTX 2060 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop packs 3,840 CUDA cores versus 1,920 on the GeForce RTX 2060.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 2060 currently lists from $315 EUR, $452 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop at $767 EUR. The GeForce RTX 2060 is trading below its $349 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
At 115W against 160W, the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is roughly 2 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 3060 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop is the faster card by about 38%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop better than the GeForce RTX 2060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 or the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop worth the extra $452 EUR over the GeForce RTX 2060?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 3,840✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 30 | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 240✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,365 MHz✓ | 900 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,680 MHz✓ | 1,425 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 14 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 336 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 160 W | 115 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Jan 2019 | Jan 2021 |