GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 5060 is significantly faster than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, leading by roughly 24% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.

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VS
Price
€538
Performance
21%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+220% Tensor Cores (384 vs 120)
+100% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 128-bit)
+60% RT Cores (48 vs 30)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5060
Price
€310
Performance
26%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR7
Key Specs Advantage
+38% Boost Clock (2,497 MHz vs 1,815 MHz)
+25% CUDA Cores (3,840 vs 3,072)

GeForce RTX 5060 vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 5060 vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 5060 is significantly faster, around 24% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5060 is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 5060 packs 3,840 CUDA cores versus 3,072 on the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce RTX 5060 starts at $310 EUR against $538 EUR for the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 5060 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 115%. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is trading below its $699 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 5060 draws just 145W versus 250W for the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom. 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 2080 SUPER's memory is faster — 496 GB/s versus 448 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 5060 is roughly 6 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (Blackwell vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or GeForce RTX 5060?

The GeForce RTX 5060 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 5060 better than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 5060 is significantly faster, roughly 24% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5060?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER worth the extra $228 EUR over the GeForce RTX 5060?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 5060 comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 5060
ArchitectureTuringBlackwell
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 4N
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)3,0723,840
Ray Tracing Cores4830
Tensor / AI Cores384120

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 5060
Base Clock1,650 MHz2,280 MHz
Boost Clock1,815 MHz2,497 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 5060
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR7
Memory Bus256-bit128-bit
Memory Speed15.5 Gbps28 Gbps
Bandwidth496.1 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 5060
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x16
TDP250 W145 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin, 1x 6-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedJul 2019May 2025