Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 2060 | RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 145W |
| VRAM | 6-12 GB | 8-16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 3,840 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Turing | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 120 |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| FP4 (with sparsity) | Not published | 614 TFLOPS |
Performance Analysis
FP32 performance registers at 6.5 TFLOPS dense for the RTX 2060 and 19.2 TFLOPS dense for the RTX 5060. This gap affects training and inference workloads through differing computational throughput. Memory bandwidth of 336 GB/s on the RTX 2060 compared with 448 GB/s on the RTX 5060 determines supported batch sizes in memory intensive operations. The RTX 5060 lists FP4 with sparsity at 614 TFLOPS while the RTX 2060 provides no equivalent published figure. These dense FP32 values allow direct ratio comparisons without mixing sparsity modes. Bandwidth differences translate to potential batch size increases on the higher figure when memory capacity permits.
Current On-Demand Offers
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RTX 2060
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RTX 5060
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When to Choose the RTX 2060
The RTX 2060 fits systems limited to PCIe 3.0 interconnect with its 160W TDP rating. Older setups benefit from matching this exact interconnect standard and 6.5 TFLOPS dense FP32 output without requiring newer interface support.
When to Choose the RTX 5060
The RTX 5060 suits environments that accommodate PCIe 5.0 interconnect and target 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 along with 448 GB/s bandwidth. Newer platforms gain from these metrics plus the 145W TDP and FP4 with sparsity at 614 TFLOPS.
Use Cases
The RTX 5060 supplies 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 and 448 GB/s bandwidth to support larger operations than the 6.5 TFLOPS dense FP32 and 336 GB/s on the RTX 2060.
The RTX 5060 enables higher throughput via 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 and 448 GB/s bandwidth compared with 6.5 TFLOPS dense FP32 and 336 GB/s on the RTX 2060.
The RTX 5060 supports increased batch sizes through 448 GB/s bandwidth and 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 against 336 GB/s and 6.5 TFLOPS dense FP32 on the RTX 2060.
The RTX 2060 matches PCIe 3.0 systems with 6.5 TFLOPS dense FP32 while the RTX 5060 fits PCIe 5.0 systems with 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32.
Frequently Asked Questions
What FP32 performance does the RTX 2060 deliver?▾
The RTX 2060 delivers 6.5 TFLOPS dense FP32. Its TDP measures 160W and memory bandwidth equals 336 GB/s.
What FP32 performance does the RTX 5060 deliver?▾
The RTX 5060 delivers 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32. It also lists FP4 with sparsity at 614 TFLOPS and memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
How does memory bandwidth differ between the RTX 2060 and RTX 5060?▾
Memory bandwidth measures 336 GB/s on the RTX 2060 and 448 GB/s on the RTX 5060. These figures influence batch size potential in supported workloads.
What interconnect standards apply to each GPU?▾
The RTX 2060 uses PCIe 3.0 interconnect. The RTX 5060 uses PCIe 5.0 interconnect.
What TDP ratings apply to the RTX 2060 and RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 2060 has a TDP of 160W. The RTX 5060 has a TDP of 145W.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2060 or the RTX 5060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2060 and RTX 5060 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 5060?▾
The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 5060 has 8 to 16 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX 2060 and RTX 5060 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 5060?▾
The RTX 2060 uses the Turing architecture (2019) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 2060 has 6-12 GB of GDDR6 at 336 GB/s; the RTX 5060 has 8-16 GB of GDDR7 at 448 GB/s, so the RTX 5060 has 1.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.
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