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 2060 comes out noticeably faster β€” about 15% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. But the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is the better value, undercutting it by $112 GBP for the performance you get.

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Price
Β£284
Perf Index
15%
Value Score
0.053
VRAM6GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP160W
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GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Price
Β£172
Perf Index
13%
Value Score
0.076
VRAM6GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP130W

GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

The GeForce RTX 2060 is noticeably faster, around 15% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2060 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is better matched to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB currently lists from $172 GBP, $112 GBP less than the GeForce RTX 2060 at $284 GBP. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB offers the better performance-per-dollar (~43% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2060 is trading below its $349 GBP MSRP β€” a genuine deal.

Power & Efficiency

At 130W against 160W, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB 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 2060's memory is faster β€” 336 GB/s versus 224 GB/s (192-bit vs 128-bit bus) β€” which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is roughly 3 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 3050 6GB?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 better than the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?

The GeForce RTX 2060 is noticeably faster, roughly 15% ahead. The GeForce RTX 3050 6GB is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 or the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?

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

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 worth the extra $112 GBP over the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB comes out ahead.