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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • VRAM: 8 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 160 W

Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

5.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.2

Technical Score

10.0%

7.3

User score

Good
5.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.2

Performance

24.0%

5.0

Memory

12.0%

4.5

Power & Cooling

11.0%

8.9

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.6

Design

4.0%

7.1

Connectivity & Media

Good
7.3

User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 2.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    3.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.8
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.8
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    10.0%

    3.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.6
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    15.0%

    3.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.7
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.8

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    3.0

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is a mid-range graphics card built on NVIDIA's 12nm Turing architecture, featuring the TU106 GPU with 2,176 CUDA cores, 34 RT cores, and 272 Tensor cores. It is equipped with 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM on a 256-bit memory bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s and operating at a base clock of 1,470 MHz with a boost clock of 1,650 MHz. Main characteristics include its dual-fan cooling system, a compact 229mm dual-slot design, and support for real-time ray tracing and DLSS AI upscaling. Pros include strong 1080p and capable 1440p gaming performance, a significant VRAM and core count upgrade over the standard RTX 2060, and a relatively low suggested PSU requirement of 450W. Cons include its high noise levels under load, reaching approximately 46 dB(A), and a plastic-heavy build that limits cooling headroom for significant overclocking.

Technical Specifications of Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.2

Performance

24.0%

5.0

Memory

12.0%

4.5

Power & Cooling

11.0%

8.9

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.6

Design

4.0%

7.1

Connectivity & Media

5.2
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a technical score of 5.22 points, which is lower than that of 75.3% of products in this category.
User score

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.

Score components:

70.0%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

7.3
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a user score of 7.3 points, which is lower than that of 86.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.2

Price

6.3
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 71.7% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

7.181 TFLOPS
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost delivers 7.181 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 82.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.4% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

8 GB
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 25.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.6% of graphics cards and equal to 39.1% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

256 bit
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

448 GB/s
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost reaches 448 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 41% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.1% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

12 Ultimate
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 12.5% of graphics cards and equal to 87.5% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

7680x4320
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 44.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 55.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

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Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost offers 1 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 89.5% of graphics cards and equal to 8.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4a
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 22.7% of graphics cards and equal to 44.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

160 W
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a TDP of 160 W, which is lower than that of 68% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.8% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

182 W
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost draws 182 W under peak load, which is lower than 59% of graphics cards and equal to 0.3% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

550 W
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost recommends a 550 W PSU, which is lower than that of 63.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 12.8% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

175 W
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a board power limit of 175 W, which is lower than that of 65% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.7% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

235 mm
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is 235 mm long, which is shorter than 78.8% of graphics cards and equal in length to 1.1% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

112 mm
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is 112 mm tall, which is shorter than 84.4% of graphics cards and equal in height to 2.8% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost vs the average graphics card

  • 80 more AI cores
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has more AI cores than the average graphics card (272 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
    What it is: Number of tensor or AI processing cores
    When it matters: When AI features, frame generation, or creator tools use dedicated matrix hardware.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has more AI cores than the average graphics card (272 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.272 vs 192
  • 15 mm lower card height
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is shorter than the average graphics card (112 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is shorter than the average graphics card (112 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.112 mm vs 127 mm
  • 50.37 mm shorter card length
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is shorter than the average graphics card (235 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
    What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
    When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is shorter than the average graphics card (235 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.235 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 25.6% lower TDP
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 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
  • 15.4% lower PSU requirement
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.550 W vs 650 W
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    What it is: Number of DVI display outputs available
    When it matters: When you still use an older monitor that depends on DVI.

    Importance: LOW

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • 4 °C higher thermal ceiling
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (89 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
    What it is: Maximum safe junction temperature of the GPU die
    When it matters: When you are evaluating thermal headroom and want to know how close the GPU can run to its official ceiling before throttling behavior becomes a concern.

    Importance: LOW

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (89 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.89 °C vs 93 °C
  • Newer shader model
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).
    What it is: Highest supported Shader Model version
    When it matters: When new rendering features require a newer shader feature set.

    Importance: LOW

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).6.9 vs 6.8
  • 80 more AI cores
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has more AI cores than the average graphics card (272 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
  • Newer shader model
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports a newer shader model than the average graphics card (6.9 vs 6.8).
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 25.6% lower TDP
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 15.4% lower PSU requirement
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 4 °C higher thermal ceiling
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (89 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
  • 15 mm lower card height
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is shorter than the average graphics card (112 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 50.37 mm shorter card length
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost is shorter than the average graphics card (235 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.

Total
Performance
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 34% lower boost clock speed
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,650 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 23.4% lower base clock speed
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,470 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 14 fewer ray tracing cores
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (34 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
  • 40.4% lower texture rate
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (224.4 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 68.6% lower FP32 performance
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (7.2 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 36.1% lower pixel rate
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (105.6 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 48 fewer TMUs
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (136 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 6 fewer compute units
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (34 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 51.3% lower FP16 performance
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (14.4 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 68.9% lower compute throughput
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (7.2 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 51.8% lower FP64 performance
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 0.4651 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.4651 TFLOPS.
  • 2,176 fewer FP32 units
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (2,176 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 2.4x larger process node
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 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.
  • Older PCIe version
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 4 older
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,019 vs 2,023).
  • Worse SAM support
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
  • Older encoder generation
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (7 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
  • 46.3% larger GPU die
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (445 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
  • 2 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
  • No AV1 encoding
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2 vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • Older NVDEC generation
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
  • 1 fewer fans
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • 11.1 dB noisier under load
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (46.1 dB vs 35 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35 dB.
  • 34% lower boost clock speed
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,650 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,650 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1650 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 2.4x larger process node
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 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.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 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
  • 1 fewer fans
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 14 fewer ray tracing cores
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (34 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
    What it is: Number of dedicated ray tracing processing cores or units
    When it matters: When you care about ray-traced lighting, reflections, and shadows in newer games.

    Importance: HIGH

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (34 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.34 vs 48
  • 23.4% lower base clock speed
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,470 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,470 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.1470 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 40.4% lower texture rate
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (224.4 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (224.4 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.224.4 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.14000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost?

  • Competitive price-to-performance ratio for budget-conscious builders
  • Equipped with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, providing better longevity and 1440p stability than the standard 2060
  • Solid 1080p performance, capable of running modern titles like Cyberpunk 2077 at high settings
  • Includes a DVI port, making it compatible with older legacy monitors
  • Good overclocking headroom, with some users reaching boost clocks up to 2GHz
  • Supports DLSS, which helps maintain playable frame rates in newer, more demanding games

What customers dislike about Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost?

  • High noise levels under load, with measurements reaching approximately 46 dB(A)
  • Basic dual-fan cooling design and cost-effective build quality
  • Struggles with native 1440p or 4K in modern AAA titles without significant setting adjustments or DLSS
  • First-generation ray tracing (RT) cores offer limited performance in modern ray-traced titles
  • Noticeable power consumption increase compared to non-Super models

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25/11/2019
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB review - Summary and Conclusion Would you like to see a performance comparison between this Ghost model and...

The Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB is a solid, budget-friendly graphics card tailored for price-conscious gamers looking for strong performance at moderate resolutions like Full HD. In terms of pros, the graphics card features a very convenient, cost-effective board layout and component assembly that keeps the retail price low. It reliably fulfills its role without...Read more

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igorslab.de
25/11/2019
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB review - Temperatures and Infrared Measurement

The Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB is a budget-friendly graphics card that delivers reliable 1080p and 1440p gaming performance, though it makes clear trade-offs to achieve its low price point. On the positive side, the card manages thermal performance adequately during heavy workloads, with the GPU diode and PCB BGA peaking at 76°C during gaming loops and dropping to a...Read more

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igorslab.de
25/11/2019
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB review - Board Layout and Power Supply

The Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB review on igor'sLAB presents a detailed technical analysis of a highly budget-conscious graphics card that delivers solid, reliable performance without any major thermal or mechanical flaws. Author Igor Wallossek highlights several pros, including its very cost-effective engineering layout, an uncompromised 8 GB GDDR6 VRAM...Read more

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igorslab.de
25/11/2019
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB review – How good is the RTX entry in cheap? (Note: Major tech publications primarily reviewed NVIDIA's ref...

The Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB is a highly cost-effective graphics card designed to lower the price barrier for ray tracing entry. Built on the 12nm Turing TU106-410 architecture, it features 2,176 CUDA cores, 272 Tensor cores, 34 RT cores, and an 8 GB GDDR6 memory configuration on a 256-bit bus, delivering up to 448 GB/s bandwidth. Physically, the card features a...Read more

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igorslab.de
25/11/2019
Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB review – How good is the RTX entry in cheap?

The Gainward GeForce RTX 2060 Super Ghost 8 GB is evaluated as a highly cost-effective, dual-slot graphics card built on the TU106-410 architecture, featuring 2176 CUDA cores and 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus. Architecturally, it holds a distinct advantage over the standard RTX 2060 by upgrading to a 4 MB L2 cache and matching the 448 GB/s memory bandwidth of the higher-tier...Read more

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22/01/2025
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER frente a GeForce RTX 4060 en 2025, ¿vale la pena el cambio?

The GeForce RTX 4060 outperforms the older RTX 2060 SUPER in modern 1080p gaming, averaging 80 FPS compared to the older card's 68 FPS across tested titles. Specific performance benchmarks reveal significant leaps in demanding games; for instance, in Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p ultra settings, the RTX 4060 hits 91 FPS (69 FPS with ray tracing) whereas the RTX 2060 SUPER achieves 68 FPS...Read more

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