KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB vs EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING differences in specs

Comparison of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB operates at a base clock speed of 1.506 GHz and has 3 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING operates at a base clock speed of 1.506 GHz and has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB is 120 W, while that of the EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING is 160 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB

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Higher clock speed

1.506 GHz 1.365 GHz

Around 9% better clock speed

Top features of EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING

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More memory

6 GB 3 GB

50% more memory

Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
GPU Chip	GP106-300-A1 TU106
Execution units	9 30
Shader	1152 1920
Render Output Units	48 48
Texture Units	72 120

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	3 GB 6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR6
Memory Speed	2.002 GHz 1.75 GHz
Memory Bandwith	192 GB/s 336 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 192 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.506 GHz 1.365 GHz
Boost Clock	1.708 GHz 1.755 GHz+ 4 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	120 W 160 W
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin 1 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Radial Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	1 x 70 mm 2 x 90 mm
Noise (Idle)	-- 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4 1x DP v1.4a
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_1 12_2
Raytracing	No Yes
DLSS / FSR	No Yes
LED	No LED lighting No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	No Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	255 mm 268 mm
Height	125 mm 111 mm
Width	42 mm --
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of KFA2 GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and EVGA GeForce RTX 2060 SC ULTRA GAMING, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q3/2016 Q2/2019
Structure size	16 nm 12 nm
Part-no	60NNH7DHL6VK 06G-P4-2067-KR
Documents	data sheet data sheet