GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER comes out noticeably faster — about 13% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB.

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VS
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
Price
€1,389
Performance
18%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+186% Tensor Cores (320 vs 112)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+87% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 240 GB/s)
Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
16%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+40% CUDA Cores (3,584 vs 2,560)

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 3060 8GB

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is noticeably faster, around 13% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

At 170W against 215W, the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB 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.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 240 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 3060 8GB is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER or GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the faster card by about 13%. 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 2070 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is noticeably faster, roughly 13% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 3060 8GB?

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce RTX 3060 8GB
ArchitectureTuringAmpere
Process NodeTSMC 12nmSamsung 8nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,5603,584
Ray Tracing Cores4028
Tensor / AI Cores320112

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce RTX 3060 8GB
Base Clock1,605 MHz1,320 MHz
Boost Clock1,770 MHz1,777 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce RTX 3060 8GB
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps15 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s240 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce RTX 3060 8GB
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP215 W170 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJul 2019Feb 2021