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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming Review: Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming

6.0/10

▼Worse than 76% of graphics cards

6.6

▼Worse than 78%

5.6

▼Worse than 77%

9.1

▲Better than 87%

3.3
Gaming
Gaming
3.3/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for gaming performance.
When it matters
When you want to play demanding mobile games, 3D titles, or run graphics-intensive apps smoothly.
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45.0%
1.8
Floating-point performance
25.0%
3.6
VRAM
20.0%
4.4
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
5.0
Video editing
Video editing
5.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for video editing performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific video editing needs.
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35.0%
7.0
AV1 encode
30.0%
3.6
VRAM
20.0%
1.8
Floating-point performance
15.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
3.1
1080p
1080p
3.1/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1080p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1080p needs.
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Score components
55.0%
1.8
Floating-point performance
25.0%
3.6
VRAM
10.0%
4.4
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
3.0
1440p
1440p
3.0/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 1440p performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 1440p needs.
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Score components
50.0%
1.8
Floating-point performance
30.0%
3.6
VRAM
15.0%
4.4
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
3.2
4K
4K
3.2/ 10
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What it is
Evaluates core hardware and software specifications for 4k performance.
When it matters
When evaluating how effectively this graphics-cards meets your specific 4k needs.
Score distribution
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Score components
40.0%
1.8
Floating-point performance
35.0%
3.6
VRAM
20.0%
4.4
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Technical Specifications of graphics card ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming

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Performance

4.2

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3DMark Time Spy benchmark score

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PassMark (G3D) result

PassMark (DirectCompute) result

Floating-point performance

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Memory

4.1

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VRAM

Memory type

GDDR6

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Platform & Features

8.8

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PCI Express (PCIe) version

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DirectX version

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Connectivity & Media

8.0

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Max digital resolution

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Power & Cooling

9.7

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)

Power consumption while under peak load

Recommended PSU wattage

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PCIe power spec

160 W

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Design

7.1

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Size

300x 132x 50 mm

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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming vs the average graphics card

Why is ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming better than the average graphics card?

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23.1% lower PSU requirement
This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
500 W vs 650 W
96 more AI cores
This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (240 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
240 vs 144
25.6% lower TDP
This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
160 W vs 215 W
13.9% higher user score
User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming
the average graphics card
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.11 vs 8.000).
9.11 vs 8
7 °C higher thermal ceiling
This graphics card has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (88 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
88 °C vs 95 °C
28.9% lower board power limit
This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (160 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
160 W vs 225 W
2.22x more popular
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming is more popular than the average graphics card (9.36 vs 4.2).
9.36 vs 4.22
8 °C lower load temperature
This graphics card has a lower load temperature than the average graphics card (59 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
59 °C vs 67 °C

13.9% higher user score
User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming
the average graphics card
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.11 vs 8.000).
9.11 vs 8
2.22x more popular
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming is more popular than the average graphics card (9.36 vs 4.2).
9.36 vs 4.22

96 more AI cores
This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (240 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
240 vs 144

23.1% lower PSU requirement
This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
500 W vs 650 W
25.6% lower TDP
This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
160 W vs 215 W
7 °C higher thermal ceiling
This graphics card has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (88 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
88 °C vs 95 °C
28.9% lower board power limit
This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (160 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
160 W vs 225 W
8 °C lower load temperature
This graphics card has a lower load temperature than the average graphics card (59 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
59 °C vs 67 °C
7 °C lower idle temperature
This graphics card has a lower idle temperature than the average graphics card (30 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
30 °C vs 37 °C

Why is ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming worse than the average graphics card?

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32.9% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1680 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,680 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
6 GB less VRAM
This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
6 GB vs 12 GB
2.4x larger process node
This graphics card has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
12 nm vs 5 nm
64 bit narrower memory bus
This graphics card has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
192 bit vs 256 bit
28.9% lower base clock speed
This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1365 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
1,365 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
10 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
30 vs 40
47.1% lower texture rate
This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (201.6 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
201.6 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
49.7% lower pixel rate
This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (82.1 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
82.08 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s

8.6% worse value for money
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.63 vs 7.2).
6.63 vs 7.2

32.9% lower boost clock speed
This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1680 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
1,680 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
28.9% lower base clock speed
This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1365 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
1,365 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
47.1% lower texture rate
This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (201.6 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
201.6 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
10 fewer compute units
This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
30 vs 40
49.7% lower pixel rate
This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (82.1 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
82.08 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
64 fewer TMUs
This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (120 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
120 vs 184
10 fewer ray tracing cores
This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (30 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
30 vs 40
71.4% lower FP32 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (6.5 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.57 TFLOPS.
6.45 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS
16 fewer ROPs
This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
48 vs 64
37.7% lower PassMark score
This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (14115 points vs 22653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22653 points.
14,115 points vs 22,653 points
52.3% lower gaming score
This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (7000 points vs 14678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14678.5 points.
7,000 points vs 14,678.5 points
57.5% lower ray tracing score
This graphics card has a lower ray tracing score than the average graphics card (3900 points vs 9166 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9166 points.
3,900 points vs 9,166 points
54.7% lower compute score
This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (5468 points vs 12074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12074 points.
5,468 points vs 12,074 points
2,432 fewer FP32 units
This graphics card has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (1920 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
1,920 vs 4,352
71.9% lower compute throughput
This graphics card has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (6.5 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
6.45 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS
58.3% lower FP64 performance
This graphics card has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
0.2 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS

6 GB less VRAM
This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
6 GB vs 12 GB
64 bit narrower memory bus
This graphics card has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
192 bit vs 256 bit
26.3% slower memory speed
This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14000 MHz vs 19000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19000 MHz.
14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
25% lower memory bandwidth
This graphics card has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (336 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
336 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
87.5% smaller L2 cache
This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (3 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
3 MB vs 24 MB
50% smaller L1 cache
This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
64 vs 128

2.4x larger process node
This graphics card has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
12 nm vs 5 nm
Older PCIe version
This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
3.0 vs 4.0
No XeSS support
This graphics card does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
4 older
This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2019 vs 2023).
January 2019
2,019 vs 2,023
Worse SAM support
This graphics card offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
Older encoder generation
This graphics card uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (6 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
6 vs 8
50.8% larger GPU die
This graphics card has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (445 mm² vs 295 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 295 mm².
445 mm² vs 295 mm²
52.8% fewer transistors
This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (10800 million vs 22900 million). The average graphics card has 22900 million transistors.
10,800 million vs 22,900 million
Older FSR version
This graphics card supports an older FSR version than the average graphics card (3 vs 3.1).
3.0 vs 3.1

No AV1 encoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
No AV1 decoding
This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
No vs yes
1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
2 vs 3
Narrower encode codec support
This graphics card supports narrower hardware encode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
Older DisplayPort version
This graphics card supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
1.4 vs 1.4a
Older HDMI version
This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
2.0b vs 2.1
Older HDCP version
This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
2.2 vs 2.3
Older NVDEC generation
This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
4 vs 6

8 dB noisier under load
This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (43.4 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
43.4 dB vs 35.4 dB

7 mm higher card profile
This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (132 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
132 mm vs 125 mm
15 mm longer card length
This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (300 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
300 mm vs 285 mm

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thetechrevolutionist.com

03/05/2019

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ASUS ROG STRIX GAMING GeForce RTX 2060 Review

The ASUS ROG STRIX GAMING RTX 2060 OC is a premium, factory-overclocked graphics card designed for reliable 1080p and 1440p gaming. It features an advanced cooling solution equipped with three fans and a metallic back-plate, which kept the GPU remarkably cool at a maximum load temperature of 59°C during stress testing. In terms of performance, the card successfully handles demanding titles at 1440p with High settings, consistently pushing frame rates past the 60 FPS threshold. Additionally, it features excellent software integration via ASUS GPU Tweak II, which includes an automated OC Scanner that easily boosted the GPU core clock by 100MHz without requiring prior overclocking knowledge. However, the card does come with a few notable drawbacks. On the physical side, its shroud extends slightly beyond a standard two-slot design, which can introduce physical clearance issues if you attempt to install multiple graphics cards side by side. Power consumption is also relatively high, jumping from an idle state of 50W up to 205W under a full FurMark stress test. Finally, the reviewer notes that the card carries a premium price tag...

eteknix.com

12/03/2019

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ASUS RoG STRIX Gaming RTX 2060 Graphics Card Review - eTeknix

The eTeknix review of the ASUS ROG STRIX Gaming RTX 2060 highlights it as a premium, high-performing entry into real-time ray tracing and DLSS gaming. The standout feature of this graphics card is its gargantuan STRIX triple-fan cooler design, which the reviewer notes is complete overkill for the relatively modest Turing-based RTX 2060 chipset. This massive cooling setup results in exceptionally low operating temperatures and makes it one of the quietest graphics cards ever tested. Additionally, the robust thermal performance unlocks massive manual overclocking headroom, while premium physical additions like a sleek black shroud, vibrant RGB lighting, and a high-quality metal backplate elevate its aesthetic appeal. However, the card does come with a couple of notable downsides implicit to its premium positioning. The core drawback is that while the heavy-duty STRIX cooler provides unparalleled cooling and acoustics, it adds a significant price premium to what Nvidia originally intended to be an affordable, entry-level ray-tracing chipset. This means gamers are paying a steep cost for the cooling design rather than gaining raw processing performance over standard, less expensive RTX 2060 models....

eteknix.com

12/03/2019

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ASUS RoG STRIX Gaming RTX 2060 Graphics Card Review

The eTeknix review concludes that the ASUS ROG Strix Gaming RTX 2060 is a highly capable, premium graphics card tailored for non-4K gamers. The standout feature highlighted by the reviewer is its triple-fan Strix cooling system, which is described as complete "overkill" for the modest RTX 2060 chipset. This heavy-duty thermal design delivers exceptionally low operating temperatures alongside some of the quietest acoustic performance the site has ever benchmarked. These excellent thermals provide enthusiasts with substantial overclocking headroom to push the GPU's clock speeds further. Visually, the card earns high praise for its premium build quality, stealthy black shroud, high-quality engineering, customizable RGB lighting, and an attractive, rigid metal backplate. It also provides solid introductory access to modern visual technologies like NVIDIA's Ray Tracing and DLSS upscaling. However, the hardware does carry notable downsides. The primary drawback identified is its significant pricing premium, costing noticeably more than standard, entry-level RTX 2060 variants. Furthermore, while the GPU handles modern titles smoothly at 1080p and 1440p resolutions, the reviewer notes that it is unsuited for high-end 4K gaming and both its ray...

overclock3d.net

14/01/2019

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ASUS ROG Strix RTX 2060 Review - OC3D - Overclock 3D

The ASUS ROG Strix RTX 2060, reviewed by Overclock3D, is characterized as an exceptionally engineered, factory-overclocked card that runs 12°C cooler than the Nvidia Founders Edition, ensuring highly stable, consistent frame rates through superior thermal management and a massive triple-fan cooler. Key advantages include premium build quality with a dual BIOS switch, robust 8 phase power design, and superior performance at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. Conversely, the review highlights significant drawbacks, specifically its massive physical footprint requiring large chassis space and a high price point that diminishes its value proposition. The premium cost brings the card dangerously close to RTX 2070 pricing, making it a difficult recommendation over the standard Founders Edition for budget-conscious gamers.

hexus.net

14/01/2019

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Review: Asus ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 OC

The Asus ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 OC is a heavily modified, premium custom version of Nvidia’s mid-range Turing graphics card. Built like a tank with a massive 300mm triple-slot design weighing 1.3kg, it features high-quality Super Alloy Power II components and an 8 phase design to maximize stability. It provides an impressive out-of-the-box factory overclock of 1,830MHz (up to 1,860MHz in software OC mode) compared to the reference 1,680MHz boost clock. Enthusiasts will appreciate the inclusion of an 8 pin power configuration, a DualBIOS switch for Quiet or Performance profiles, FanConnect II headers to control case fans via GPU temperatures, and an easy-access hardware "Stealth Mode" button to instantly disable the RGB lighting without software. Key Pros and Cons Pro: Significant factory overclock of 1,830MHz–1,860MHz out of the box. Pro: DualBIOS switch with a 0dB Quiet mode under 55°C. Pro: Premium build with FanConnect II headers and full backplate. Con: Hefty £455 price tag making it poor value against standard RTX 2070s. Con: Huge 3-slot footprint unsuitable for compact builds. Con: Complete removal of the reference USB Type-C VirtualLink...

pcper.com

09/07/2019

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ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 2060 O6G Graphics Card Review

The ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 2060 O6G is an over-engineered graphics card that features an out-of-the-box factory overclock, pushing the maximum boost clock to 1860 MHz compared to the reference design's 1680 MHz. Built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture, it features 1920 CUDA cores and 6GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus. In benchmark testing, the card consistently outperformed previous-generation options like the GTX 1070 and RX 580, approaching base RTX 2070 levels of performance. It proved highly capable of delivering smooth framerates for 1080p high-refresh-rate gaming, and can handle stable hybrid rendering features like ray tracing at 1080p without dropping below 30 frames per second. A major pro of this card is its premium cooling system, which utilizes a massive 2+-slot heatsink with three patented Wing-blade fans that successfully keep load temperatures under 70°C while maintaining low noise levels. It also benefits from upgraded power delivery with a custom VRM design and dual power connectors (6-pin and 8-pin) to ensure rock-solid stability near 2 GHz clock speeds. However, the review notes several cons, primarily centered around pricing and overclocking...

bit-tech.net

14/01/2019

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The Asus GeForce RTX 2060 ROG Strix OC is a highly engineered, premium graphics card that offers excellent build quality and strong cooling performance, but it suffers from a steep price point. Pros highlighted in the review include its binned TU106-200A GPU chip that delivers a substantial 150MHz factory overclock out of the box, bringing the boost clock to 1,830MHz. Its oversized triple-slot, 300mm cooler uses MaxContact technology and Wing-Blade fans, resulting in incredibly low temperatures and minimal noise. Enthusiasts will also benefit from several high-end layout choices, including a dual-BIOS switch (Quiet and Performance profiles), an 8 power phase configuration, an integrated metal backplate, dual HDMI outputs for VR headsets, and unique onboard FanConnect II headers to control case fans directly from the GPU temperature. However, the review outlines several prominent cons that severely compromise its value proposition, most notably its astronomical £455 MSRP, which is 38% more expensive than the Founders Edition and pushes it directly into the price territory of entry-level RTX 2070 models. Additionally, despite the premium price tag, the card's 6GB GDDR6 memory is left...

kitguru.net

14/01/2019

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ASUS ROG RTX 2060 Strix OC (O6G) Review - KitGuru

The KitGuru review of the ASUS ROG RTX 2060 Strix OC (O6G) highlights it as an exceptionally engineered custom graphics card that pushes the boundaries of Nvidia's Turing architecture. Boasting a factory overclocked boost clock of 1830MHz (which can be bumped up to 1860MHz via 'OC Mode' software), it provides an effective 180MHz advantage over the stock Founders Edition card. The primary pros of this model center around its premium feature set and superb hardware design, which includes a robust triple-fan cooler, dual-BIOS functionality, and an on-board Aura RGB header. Reviewer Dominic Moass praised its outstanding build quality, thermal performance, and acoustics, calling it one of the finest physical graphics cards he had ever tested. Geizhals.de However, the review introduces a massive caveat regarding its market positioning and value. The ultimate con of the ASUS ROG RTX 2060 Strix OC is its extremely high MSRP of £455, which represents an astronomical premium over the standard £329 Founders Edition price. Because the core technical layout remains locked to standard 2060 specifications—including the identical 1920 CUDA cores and an un-overclocked 6GB of...

guru3d.com

30/01/2019

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ASUS GeForce RTX 2060 STRIX OC review - Guru 3d

The Guru3D review of the ASUS ROG GeForce RTX 2060 STRIX Gaming OC edition highlights it as a premium, heavily tweaked mid-range graphics card based on NVIDIA’s cut-down Turing TU106 architecture. The pros of this specific card center heavily on its top-tier engineering and outstanding thermal management. ASUS equipped the unit with a massive custom cooler and a reinforced custom PCB featuring a dual-BIOS switch that unlocks a silent operation mode. This silent BIOS allows the card to run virtually noise-free with little to no impact on processing performance. Furthermore, performance is significantly accelerated compared to the Founders Edition, thanks to a heavy factory overclock that pushes the default boost frequency up to a rapid 1830 MHz. It also provides solid manual overclocking potential, allowing users to easily bump the 6GB of GDDR6 memory from its stock 14 GHz effective speed up to 15 or 16 GHz. YouTube · Conversely, the prominent cons of the graphics card reside in its steep pricing and structural omissions. While the base RTX 2060 architecture was designed to target mainstream buyers, this premium STRIX...

overclockers.com

01/03/2019

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ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 2060 OC Gaming Video Card Review

The ASUS ROG Strix RTX 2060 OC Gaming card features a robust 8 power phase, Auto-Extreme manufacturing, and a 2.5-slot DirectCU III cooler that enables stable, high-performance gaming with boost clocks exceeding 2 GHz. Key features include premium Aura Sync RGB, a structural brace to prevent PCB sag, and dual-BIOS functionality for customizable, quiet operation. YouTube · However, the card commands a high price premium over the Founders Edition and, at 30 cm, its massive size limits case compatibility. Additionally, the open-shroud cooler dumps warm air back into the chassis, and the 6GB VRAM limitation hampers performance in some scenarios. YouTube ·

vortez.net

05/02/2019

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ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 2060 Gaming Review - Vortez

The ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 2060 Gaming review by David Mitchelson evaluates NVIDIA’s entry-level Turing architecture GPU equipped with a high-end, custom triple-fan cooling system. A major pro highlighted in the review is the integration of the premium DirectCU III cooling solution utilizing MaxContact technology, which guarantees exceptionally low temperatures and silent acoustics, complete with a 0dB fan mode that keeps the fans off under 55°C. Additionally, the graphics card boasts an impressive factory overclock and substantial power delivery headroom that secures top-tier performance for its class, allowing it to comfortably drive high-refresh-rate 1080p gaming and highly competent 1440p performance across mainstream titles. Other functional benefits include dual BIOS profiles (Quiet and Performance modes), ASUS Aura Sync RGB customizability, a rigid structural backplate, and specialized FanConnect II headers to synchronize chassis airflow directly with GPU thermals. YouTube · Conversely, the prominent con of the ASUS ROG STRIX version is its steep price premium, launching at £428 GBP / $420 USD / $699 AUD. This creates a notable value conflict because it sits significantly above NVIDIA's baseline Founders Edition pricing, placing...

bit-tech.net

14/01/2019

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Asus GeForce RTX 2060 ROG Strix OC Review | bit-tech.net

The bit-tech review of the Asus GeForce RTX 2060 ROG Strix OC praises the graphics card's premium design, high build quality, and excellent enthusiast features. It highlights a generous factory overclock that achieves a solid 1,980MHz boost speed out of the box, which can be further pushed up to 2,025MHz using software OC modes and the Performance BIOS. The card's massive, high-performance cooler stands out as a major strength, delivering incredibly low temperatures—such as a delta T of 34°C on the Performance BIOS—while remaining remarkably quiet. Additional pros include premium features like a dual-BIOS switch, onboard fan and RGB headers, dual-HDMI outputs well-suited for VR headsets, and great manual overclocking headroom that can elevate performance close to a stock RTX 2070. However, the review heavily criticizes the product's poor value proposition, noting that its steep £455 price tag borders on the absurd for a mid-range GPU. Out of the box, the card only delivers a minor 3.5% performance increase over the much cheaper Founders Edition, making it inadequate for 4K gaming and limiting its sweet spot to 1080p and 1440p...

winfuture.de

19/02/2019

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Asus Strix RTX 2060 OC im Test - RTX-Grafikkarte für die Mittelklasse

The Asus ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 OC custom graphics card represents a high-end, factory-overclocked entry into Nvidia’s Turing mid-range lineup. Based on a binned TU106-200A GPU chip, this premium variant shares an identical printed circuit board (PCB) design and massive triple-fan cooling array with its more powerful sibling, the RTX 2070 Strix. While it maintains the standard 1365 MHz base clock speed and 6 GB of GDDR6 video memory, Asus pushes the average turbo boost frequency up to 1830 MHz right out of the box. Review benchmarks show that manually overclocking the GPU by an extra 90 MHz and the memory by 500 MHz delivers impressive, highly fluid gameplay. For instance, this configured card achieves a smooth 92 FPS in Assassin's Creed Odyssey and a blistering 135 FPS in Star Wars Battlefront 2 when running at Full HD (1080p) resolution with ultra/maximum graphical settings. It also achieves solid synthetic scores of 21,297 points in 3DMark Fire Strike and 8,496 points in Time Spy. YouTube ·KitGuruTech Key Pros and Cons Pros: The custom graphics card delivers excellent cooling and thermal...

nexthardware.com

07/02/2019

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Nexthardware - ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 2060 OC | Recensione

The ASUS ROG Strix RTX 2060 OC is a premium mid-range graphics card featuring a robust 8 phase power design and a highly efficient DirectCU III triple-fan cooler that ensures excellent performance, low temperatures, and quiet operation. The card is highlighted for its build quality, Dual BIOS functionality, and Aura RGB lighting, earning a high rating for its superior cooling and build. However, the review notes significant drawbacks, including a high price premium over competitors and a very large 2.5-slot design that may limit case compatibility. Furthermore, the card lacks a VirtualLink Type-C port and features no factory overclocking on its 6GB GDDR6 memory. YouTube ·

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What we like about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming

Superior cooling performance with the triple-fan DirectCU III cooler, keeping temperatures exceptionally low even under load.
Extremely quiet operation, especially when using the 'Quiet' BIOS mode which features a 0dB fan mode for light loads.
High out-of-the-box factory overclocks that deliver performance nearly matching the stock RTX 2070.
Excellent build quality and premium aesthetics, including a reinforced metal backplate and extensive Aura Sync RGB lighting.
Useful enthusiast features like a dual BIOS switch, onboard fan headers (FanConnect II), and an external LED on/off button.

What we don't like about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming

High retail price that often approaches or exceeds the cost of a base-model RTX 2070 or RTX 2060 Super, diminishing its overall value.
Large physical footprint (2.5-slot design, ~300mm length) which may not fit in smaller or more compact PC cases.
Limited 6GB of VRAM, which some users feel is a bottleneck for newer, VRAM-intensive games at higher resolutions.
Higher power consumption compared to the Founders Edition due to its aggressive factory overclock and power delivery system.
Lack of some legacy or modern ports on certain revisions, such as the removal of DVI or the VirtualLink USB-C connector.

Verdict

The ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2060 Gaming is a high-end custom version of NVIDIA's Turing-based mid-range GPU, featuring 1920 CUDA cores and 6GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit interface. It is distinguished by a factory-overclocked boost clock of up to 1860 MHz in OC Mode and a robust 2.5-slot triple-fan cooling system utilizing Axial-tech fans and MaxContact technology for superior thermal transfer. Key pros include exceptional 1080p and solid 1440p gaming performance, a dual BIOS switch for toggling between Quiet and Performance modes, and customizable Aura Sync RGB lighting with a physical stealth mode button. However, the card is significantly larger than reference models, requiring ample case space, and its premium price point at launch often approached that of more powerful GPUs like the RTX 2070 or 2060 Super.

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