Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 2060 | RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 575W |
| VRAM | 6-12 GB | 32 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 21,760 |
| FP4 (dense) | Not published | 1,676 TFLOPS |
| FP8 (dense) | Not published | 419 TFLOPS |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Turing | Blackwell |
| FP16 (dense) | Not published | 209.5 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | Not published | 838 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 680 |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 104.8 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | Not published | 1.6 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 1,792 GB/s |
| FP4 (with sparsity) | Not published | 3,352 TFLOPS |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 838 TFLOPS |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 419 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 1,676 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The FP32 performance ratio stands at 104.8 TFLOPS for the RTX 5090 against 6.5 TFLOPS for the RTX 2060. The RTX 5090 further lists FP16 dense performance at 209.5 TFLOPS and FP16 with sparsity at 419 TFLOPS. Memory bandwidth of 1792 GB/s on the RTX 5090 supports larger batch sizes than 336 GB/s on the RTX 2060 during both training and inference workloads. The RTX 2060 publishes no FP16 figure so direct dense or sparsity comparisons remain unavailable. Higher TDP of 575 W on the RTX 5090 accompanies the increased tensor throughput while the 160 W TDP on the RTX 2060 limits sustained parallel operations.
Current On-Demand Offers
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RTX 2060
RTX 2060 is not offered on-demand by any provider we track right now. See the RTX 2060 rental page for last-seen listed prices and a price alert.
RTX 5090
| Provider | Region | GPUs | Per GPU / hr | Instance / hr | Deploy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vast.ai | United Kingdom, GB | 8 | $0.77 | $6.19 | Deploy |
| LeaderGPU | The Netherlands | 1 | $2.29 | — | Deploy |
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When to Choose the RTX 2060
The RTX 2060 suits environments that require only 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 and operate under a 160 W power limit. Systems with PCIe 3.0 slots and existing 6 to 12 GB VRAM allocations continue to run basic inference or light scientific tasks without hardware changes.
When to Choose the RTX 5090
The RTX 5090 fits workloads that need 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 or 209.5 TFLOPS FP16 dense performance together with 32 GB memory. Newer servers with PCIe 5.0 support and 575 W power delivery gain from the 1792 GB/s bandwidth during large batch inference or fine tuning sessions.
Use Cases
The RTX 5090 supplies 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 32 GB memory that exceed the RTX 2060 limits for model scale.
FP16 dense performance of 209.5 TFLOPS on the RTX 5090 supports higher throughput than the RTX 2060 FP32 figure alone.
The 1792 GB/s bandwidth and 32 GB VRAM on the RTX 5090 accommodate larger batch sizes than 336 GB/s and 12 GB maximum.
The RTX 5090 FP8 dense rating of 419 TFLOPS enables faster image generation steps compared with the RTX 2060 specifications.
The RTX 2060 meets basic FP32 needs at 6.5 TFLOPS while the RTX 5090 accelerates the same workloads with 104.8 TFLOPS FP32.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FP32 performance difference between the RTX 2060 and RTX 5090?▾
The RTX 2060 lists 6.5 TFLOPS FP32 while the RTX 5090 lists 104.8 TFLOPS FP32. This produces a performance ratio of approximately sixteen times.
What TDP values apply to these cards?▾
The RTX 2060 operates at 160 W TDP and the RTX 5090 operates at 575 W TDP. Power delivery requirements therefore differ by more than three times.
Which interconnect does each GPU use?▾
The RTX 2060 uses PCIe 3.0 and the RTX 5090 uses PCIe 5.0. Slot compatibility must match the host system for each card.
Does the RTX 2060 publish FP16 figures?▾
The RTX 2060 provides no published FP16 value. The RTX 5090 lists FP16 dense at 209.5 TFLOPS and FP16 with sparsity at 419 TFLOPS.
What memory bandwidth values appear in the specifications?▾
The RTX 2060 reaches 336 GB/s and the RTX 5090 reaches 1792 GB/s. The bandwidth ratio equals roughly five times in favor of the newer card.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2060 or the RTX 5090?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2060 and RTX 5090 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 5090?▾
The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 5090 has 32 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX 2060 and RTX 5090 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 5090?▾
The RTX 2060 uses the Turing architecture (2019) while the RTX 5090 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 2060 has 6-12 GB of GDDR6 at 336 GB/s; the RTX 5090 has 32 GB of GDDR7 at 1,792 GB/s, so the RTX 5090 has 5.3x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.
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- Specifications come from the NVIDIA, AMD and Intel datasheets for the RTX 2060 and the RTX 5090. Dense and sparse throughput are listed separately.
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