Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 2060 | RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 220W |
| VRAM | 6-12 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 5,888 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| FP16 (dense) | Not published | 40.6 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | Not published | 162.6 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 184 |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 20.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 81.3 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 325.2 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The FP32 performance of 20.3 TFLOPS on the RTX 3070 exceeds the 6.5 TFLOPS on the RTX 2060. This delta indicates that training and inference workloads involving half precision benefit from the Ampere architecture on the RTX 3070. Memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s versus 336 GB/s allows the RTX 3070 to sustain larger batch sizes during model execution compared to the RTX 2060. The INT8 dense rating of 162.6 TOPS on the RTX 3070 further extends its advantage in quantized inference paths over the RTX 2060.
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RTX 2060
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RTX 3070
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When to Choose the RTX 2060
The RTX 2060 suits scenarios where power limits are strict at 160W TDP. Systems restricted to PCIe 3.0 interconnects pair naturally with this card. Workloads that do not require advanced tensor performance find adequate capability in the 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 rating.
When to Choose the RTX 3070
The RTX 3070 fits applications needing 20.3 TFLOPS FP32 or the 40.6 TFLOPS dense FP16. Higher memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s supports demanding data transfers. PCIe 4.0 interconnect enables faster host communication in compatible setups.
Use Cases
The 20.3 TFLOPS FP32 and 40.6 TFLOPS dense FP16 provide greater capacity than the 6.5 TFLOPS available on the alternative.
FP16 dense performance of 40.6 TFLOPS combined with 162.6 TOPS INT8 dense supports higher throughput than the RTX 2060 specifications allow.
Memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s and FP32 of 20.3 TFLOPS enable larger batch handling compared to 336 GB/s and 6.5 TFLOPS.
The 81.3 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity rating accelerates generation steps beyond what the RTX 2060 publishes.
Both cards deliver FP32 performance at 6.5 TFLOPS and 20.3 TFLOPS respectively while fitting PCIe form factors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What FP32 performance does the RTX 2060 deliver compared to the RTX 3070?▾
The RTX 2060 delivers 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 while the RTX 3070 delivers 20.3 TFLOPS FP32. This difference appears directly in the published specifications for each card.
How does memory bandwidth differ between the RTX 2060 and RTX 3070?▾
The RTX 2060 provides 336 GB/s memory bandwidth. The RTX 3070 provides 448 GB/s memory bandwidth. These figures determine data movement rates during computation.
What are the TDP values for the RTX 2060 and RTX 3070?▾
The RTX 2060 lists a TDP of 160W. The RTX 3070 lists a TDP of 220W. Power delivery must match these ratings in any deployment.
Does the RTX 2060 publish FP16 performance figures?▾
The RTX 2060 does not publish FP16 performance figures. The RTX 3070 publishes 40.6 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 81.3 TFLOPS FP16 with sparsity. Direct comparisons therefore rely on the RTX 3070 numbers alone.
Which interconnect does each GPU support?▾
The RTX 2060 supports PCIe 3.0 interconnect. The RTX 3070 supports PCIe 4.0 interconnect. Host communication speeds follow these standards.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2060 or the RTX 3070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2060 and RTX 3070 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.
How much VRAM does the RTX 2060 have compared to the RTX 3070?▾
The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 2060 and RTX 3070 GPUs available to rent right now?▾
Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.
What is the main difference between the RTX 2060 and the RTX 3070?▾
The RTX 2060 uses the Turing architecture (2019) while the RTX 3070 uses Ampere (2020). The RTX 2060 has 6-12 GB of GDDR6 at 336 GB/s; the RTX 3070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 at 448 GB/s, so the RTX 3070 has 1.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.
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