GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
GeForce RTX 2060 is the clear winner, offering 34.1% better value than GeForce RTX 3060 12GB.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB comes out significantly faster — about 38% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2060. But the GeForce RTX 2060 is the better value, undercutting it by $817 AED for the performance you get.
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GeForce RTX 3060 12GB vs GeForce RTX 2060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3060 12GB vs GeForce RTX 2060
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 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 12GB is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce RTX 2060 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB packs 3,584 CUDA cores versus 1,920 on the GeForce RTX 2060.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 2060 currently lists from $953 AED, $817 AED less than the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB at $1,770 AED. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2060 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~34% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2060 still sits about $604 AED above its $349 AED MSRP. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB still sits about $1,441 AED above its $329 AED MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce RTX 2060 is the gentler choice at 160W versus 170W. The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 170W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB carries 12GB versus 6GB on the GeForce RTX 2060. The extra 6GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 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 12GB?
Choose the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2060 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB better than the GeForce RTX 2060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 or the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB worth the extra $817 AED over the GeForce RTX 2060?
Does the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 3,584✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 30✓ | 28 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 240✓ | 112 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,365 MHz✓ | 1,320 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,680 MHz | 1,777 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 12 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 192-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 15 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 360 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 | GeForce RTX 3060 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 160 W✓ | 170 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Jan 2019 | Feb 2021 |
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