GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 2070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 2070, leading by roughly 47% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 2070 is the cheaper option by $373 GBP.
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GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 2070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 2070
The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is dramatically faster, around 47% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2070. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop packs 3,840 CUDA cores versus 2,304 on the GeForce RTX 2070.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 2070 starts at $557 GBP against $930 GBP for the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop draws just 115W versus 175W for the GeForce RTX 2070, 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 4NP process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is roughly 7 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2070 (Blackwell vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2070 or GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop is the faster card by about 47%. 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 5060 Laptop better than the GeForce RTX 2070?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2070 or the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop worth the extra $373 GBP over the GeForce RTX 2070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 4NP |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,304 | 3,840✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 36✓ | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 288✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,410 MHz | 1,410 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,620 MHz | 2,340 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2070 | GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x8 |
| TDP | 175 W | 115 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Oct 2018 | Jan 2025 |