RTX 2060 vs RX 5700
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (2019) and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 (2019).
RTX 2060
NVIDIA Entry-level
- ✓ Lower power draw (160 W vs 180 W)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
RX 5700
AMD Entry-level
- ✓ More VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (256-bit vs 192-bit)
Verdict: The RTX 2060 and RX 5700 deliver essentially the same level of performance — the difference is within a few percent and won't be noticeable in real use. The decision comes down to price, power draw and features.
The RX 5700 also carries more video memory (8 GB vs 6 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 2060 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 2060 is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | RTX 2060 | RX 5700 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | RDNA |
| Release year | 2019 | 2019 |
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| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | ||
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Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 2060 better than the RX 5700?
They perform almost identically (within ~1%). Choose based on price, power consumption and platform rather than raw speed.
How much faster is the RTX 2060 than the RX 5700?
Roughly 0% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 2060 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.