G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

2019

Why buy it

✅3.0% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅185.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 112).

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3060 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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51.7% HIGHER MSRP
$499 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 36.4 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
❌26.5% higher power demand at 215W vs 170W.

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅Costs $170 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
✅Delivers 41.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 36.4 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 170W instead of 215W, a 45W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

2019

GeForce RTX 3060

2021

Why buy it

✅3.0% more average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅185.7% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (320 vs 112).

Why buy it

✅Costs $170 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
✅Delivers 41.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 51.7 vs 36.4 G3D/$ ($329 MSRP vs $499 MSRP).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (12 GB vs 8 GB).
✅More future proof: Ampere on 8nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.
✅Draws 170W instead of 215W, a 45W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 8 GB vs 12 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Weaker long-term outlook: GeForce RTX 3060 is the safer future-proof pick thanks to newer hardware and better gaming feature support.
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51.7% HIGHER MSRP
$499 MSRPvs$329 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 36.4 vs 51.7 G3D/$ ($499 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
❌26.5% higher power demand at 215W vs 170W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (112 vs 320), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER better than GeForce RTX 3060?

Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER averages 3.0% more FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 18,166 vs 16,995 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the overall package: you are getting DLSS Super Resolution.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 3060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2021 generation instead of 2019, more VRAM at 12 GB instead of 8 GB, and a 8nm process instead of 12nm. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is still the better GPU overall, but GeForce RTX 3060 is probably the smarter buy today for most people. GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is about 51.7% more expensive on MSRP at $499 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and you are getting 3.0% more estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data and 6.9% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 3060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. Paying about 51.7% more on MSRP for only 3.0% more estimated average FPS is just a weak value trade on paper.

When does GeForce RTX 3060 make more sense than GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER?

Yes. GeForce RTX 3060 is still a very sensible gaming buy in 2026: it is very strong for 1080p, good for 1440p, and more limited at 4K. Around $329 MSRP, you are saving about $170 on MSRP and only giving up lower estimated average FPS across 49 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 3060 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 3060 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	164 FPS	149 FPS
medium	145 FPS	131 FPS
high	128 FPS	118 FPS
ultra	107 FPS	99 FPS
1440p
low	137 FPS	126 FPS
medium	110 FPS	104 FPS
high	98 FPS	92 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	80 FPS
4K
low	81 FPS	67 FPS
medium	69 FPS	58 FPS
high	55 FPS	39 FPS
ultra	48 FPS	32 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	371 FPS	354 FPS
medium	308 FPS	310 FPS
high	253 FPS	249 FPS
ultra	217 FPS	195 FPS
1440p
low	248 FPS	222 FPS
medium	206 FPS	196 FPS
high	175 FPS	160 FPS
ultra	148 FPS	128 FPS
4K
low	127 FPS	110 FPS
medium	107 FPS	94 FPS
high	88 FPS	77 FPS
ultra	68 FPS	60 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	779 FPS	765 FPS
medium	635 FPS	612 FPS
high	545 FPS	510 FPS
ultra	409 FPS	382 FPS
1440p
low	611 FPS	535 FPS
medium	490 FPS	432 FPS
high	409 FPS	366 FPS
ultra	307 FPS	287 FPS
4K
low	408 FPS	367 FPS
medium	327 FPS	298 FPS
high	267 FPS	221 FPS
ultra	204 FPS	176 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
1080p
low	490 FPS	523 FPS
medium	427 FPS	452 FPS
high	344 FPS	383 FPS
ultra	295 FPS	319 FPS
1440p
low	399 FPS	428 FPS
medium	348 FPS	371 FPS
high	257 FPS	298 FPS
ultra	216 FPS	245 FPS
4K
low	234 FPS	279 FPS
medium	206 FPS	259 FPS
high	183 FPS	225 FPS
ultra	142 FPS	186 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER and GeForce RTX 3060

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 9 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1605 MHz to 1770 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,166 points. Launch price was $499.

GeForce RTX 3060

The GeForce RTX 3060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1320 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,995 points. Launch price was $329.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER scores 18,166 versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 16,995 — the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER leads by 6.9%. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is built on Turing while the GeForce RTX 3060 uses Ampere, both on 12 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 3,584 (GeForce RTX 3060). Raw compute: 9.062 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 12.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060). Boost clocks: 1770 MHz vs 1777 MHz. Ray tracing: 40 RT cores (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 28 (GeForce RTX 3060) with 320 Tensor cores vs 112.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
G3D Mark Score	18,166+7%	16,995
Architecture	Turing	Ampere
Process Node	12 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	2560	3584+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)	9.062 TFLOPS	12.74 TFLOPS+41%
Boost Clock	1770 MHz	1777 MHz
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	160+43%	112
L1 Cache	2.5 MB	3.5 MB+40%
L2 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	40+43%	28
Tensor Cores	320+186%	112

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 2 Super Resolution	DLSS 2 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 3060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 360 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060) — a 24.4% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	12 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	448 GB/s+24%	360 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
DirectX	12.1	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs NVENC 7th Gen (GeForce RTX 3060). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3060).

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
Encoder	6th Gen NVENC	NVENC 7th Gen
Decoder	4th Gen NVDEC	NVDEC 5th Gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER draws 215W versus the GeForce RTX 3060's 170W — a 23.4% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 3060). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER	GeForce RTX 3060
TDP	215W	170W-21%
Recommended PSU	650W	550W-15%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	8-pin
Length	267mm	242mm
Height	116mm	112mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	75-6%
Perf/Watt	84.5	100.0+18%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER launched at $499 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 3060 launched at $329. The GeForce RTX 3060 costs 34.1% less ($170 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 36.4 (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 51.7 (GeForce RTX 3060) — the GeForce RTX 3060 offers 42% better value. The GeForce RTX 3060 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2019).