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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070

Quick Verdict

Neither the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER nor the GeForce RTX 2070 pulls ahead in performance; treat them as equals on speed. The GeForce RTX 2070, however, delivers more performance per dollar β€” $59 USD cheaper.

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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2070

The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2070 post nearly the same score in our performance index, so neither holds a meaningful raw-speed advantage. Both are best suited to 1080p gaming.

Price & Value

On price, expect to pay $170 USD for the GeForce RTX 2070 versus $229 USD for the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2070 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~35% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2070 is trading below its $499 USD MSRP β€” a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is trading below its $399 USD MSRP β€” a genuine deal.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2070?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2070 stretches your money further for near-identical performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 2070?

They're very close on raw performance. The GeForce RTX 2070 edges ahead on value, so price and availability should decide it.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 2070?

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 SUPER worth the extra $59 USD over the GeForce RTX 2070?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 2070 comes out ahead.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or GeForce RTX 2070?

Choose the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2070 stretches your money further for near-identical performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2070
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 2070
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,1762,304βœ“
Ray Tracing Cores3436βœ“
Tensor / AI Cores272288βœ“

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2070
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 2070
Base Clock1,470 MHzβœ“1,410 MHz
Boost Clock1,650 MHzβœ“1,620 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2070
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 2070
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth448 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER and GeForce RTX 2070
SpecificationGeForce RTX 2060 SUPERGeForce RTX 2070
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP175 W175 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJul 2019Oct 2018