GeForce RTX 2060 12GB vs GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER
Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is out front, marginally faster, roughly 7% up on the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2060 12GB: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2060 12GB
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is marginally faster, around 7% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER starts at $240 GBP against $287 GBP for the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER wins on performance-per-dollar by about 28%. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is trading below its $399 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER sips power at 175W next to the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB's 184W, and still leads on performance-per-watt — quieter, cooler, and gentler on your PSU.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB's 12GB (vs 8GB on the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER) gives it more room for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative or AI workloads. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER's memory is also faster — 448 GB/s versus 336 GB/s (256-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 2060 12GB is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 12GB or GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 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 2060 12GB if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB or the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
Is the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB worth the extra $47 GBP over the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
Does the GeForce RTX 2060 12GB have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 12GB or GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,176 | 2,176 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 34 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 272 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,470 MHz | 1,470 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,650 MHz | 1,650 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB✓ | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 256-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 14 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2060 12GB | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 184 W | 175 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Dec 2021 | Jul 2019 |