NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104
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NVIDIANVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 Specifications
GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 GPU Core
Shader units and compute resources
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 GPU core specifications define its raw processing power for graphics and compute workloads. Shading units (also called CUDA cores, stream processors, or execution units depending on manufacturer) handle the parallel calculations required for rendering. TMUs (Texture Mapping Units) process texture data, while ROPs (Render Output Units) handle final pixel output. Higher shader counts generally translate to better GPU benchmark performance, especially in demanding games and 3D applications.
RTX 2060 TU104 Clock Speeds
GPU and memory frequencies
Clock speeds directly impact the GeForce RTX 2060 TU104's performance in GPU benchmarks and real-world gaming. The base clock represents the minimum guaranteed frequency, while the boost clock indicates peak performance under optimal thermal conditions. Memory clock speed affects texture loading and frame buffer operations. The GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 by NVIDIA dynamically adjusts frequencies based on workload, temperature, and power limits to maximize performance while maintaining stability.
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 Memory
VRAM capacity and bandwidth
VRAM (Video RAM) is dedicated memory for storing textures, frame buffers, and shader data. The GeForce RTX 2060 TU104's memory capacity determines how well it handles high-resolution textures and multiple displays. Memory bandwidth, measured in GB/s, affects how quickly data moves between the GPU and VRAM. Higher bandwidth improves performance in memory-intensive scenarios like 4K gaming. The memory bus width and type (GDDR6, GDDR6X, HBM) significantly influence overall GPU benchmark scores.
GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 by NVIDIA Cache
On-chip cache hierarchy
On-chip cache provides ultra-fast data access for the RTX 2060 TU104, reducing the need to fetch data from slower VRAM. L1 and L2 caches store frequently accessed data close to the compute units. AMD's Infinity Cache (L3) dramatically increases effective bandwidth, improving GPU benchmark performance without requiring wider memory buses. Larger cache sizes help maintain high frame rates in memory-bound scenarios and reduce power consumption by minimizing VRAM accesses.
RTX 2060 TU104 Theoretical Performance
Compute and fill rates
Theoretical performance metrics provide a baseline for comparing the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 against other graphics cards. FP32 (single-precision) performance, measured in TFLOPS, indicates compute capability for gaming and general GPU workloads. FP64 (double-precision) matters for scientific computing. Pixel and texture fill rates determine how quickly the GPU can render complex scenes. While real-world GPU benchmark results depend on many factors, these specifications help predict relative performance levels.
GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 Ray Tracing & AI
Hardware acceleration features
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 includes dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI acceleration. RT cores handle real-time ray tracing calculations for realistic lighting, reflections, and shadows in supported games. Tensor cores (NVIDIA) or XMX cores (Intel) accelerate AI workloads including DLSS, FSR, and XeSS upscaling technologies. These features enable higher visual quality without proportional performance costs, making the RTX 2060 TU104 capable of delivering both stunning graphics and smooth frame rates in modern titles.
Turing Architecture & Process
Manufacturing and design details
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 is built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture, which defines how the GPU processes graphics and compute workloads. The manufacturing process node affects power efficiency, thermal characteristics, and maximum clock speeds. Smaller process nodes pack more transistors into the same die area, enabling higher performance per watt. Understanding the architecture helps predict how the RTX 2060 TU104 will perform in GPU benchmarks compared to previous generations.
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 Power & Thermal
TDP and power requirements
Power specifications for the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 determine PSU requirements and thermal management needs. TDP (Thermal Design Power) indicates the heat output under typical loads, guiding cooler selection. Power connector requirements ensure adequate power delivery for stable operation during demanding GPU benchmarks. The suggested PSU wattage accounts for the entire system, not just the graphics card. Efficient power delivery enables the GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 to maintain boost clocks without throttling.
GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 by NVIDIA Physical & Connectivity
Dimensions and outputs
Physical dimensions of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 are critical for case compatibility. Card length, height, and slot width determine whether it fits in your chassis. The PCIe interface version affects bandwidth for communication with the CPU. Display outputs define monitor connectivity options, with modern cards supporting multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously. Verify these specifications against your case and motherboard before purchasing to ensure a proper fit.
NVIDIA API Support
Graphics and compute APIs
API support determines which games and applications can fully utilize the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104. DirectX 12 Ultimate enables advanced features like ray tracing and variable rate shading. Vulkan provides cross-platform graphics capabilities with low-level hardware access. OpenGL remains important for professional applications and older games. CUDA (NVIDIA) and OpenCL enable GPU compute for video editing, 3D rendering, and scientific applications. Higher API versions unlock newer graphical features in GPU benchmarks and games.
GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 Product Information
Release and pricing details
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 is manufactured by NVIDIA as part of their graphics card lineup. Release date and launch pricing provide context for comparing GPU benchmark results with competing products from the same era. Understanding the product lifecycle helps evaluate whether the GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 by NVIDIA represents good value at current market prices. Predecessor and successor information aids in tracking generational improvements and planning future upgrades.
GeForce RTX 2060 TU104 Benchmark Scores
No benchmark data available for this GPU.
About NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 TU104
Launched in January 2020 as an end-of-life addition to the GeForce 20-series, the RTX 2060 TU104 is a peculiar variant that swaps the usual TU106 chip for the larger TU104 die. Built on TSMC's 12 nm process, it packs 13,600 million transistors into a 545 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 25.0M per mm². This card sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, indicating a squarely mid-range position in the broader performance landscape. With a thermal design power of 160 W, it requires a single 8-pin power connector and a suggested 450 W power supply, fitting into a dual-slot, 229 mm (9-inch) package.
Memory Subsystem
The RTX 2060 TU104 is equipped with 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz, translating to 14 Gbps effective, which yields a total bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s. This configuration is a classic mid-range setup: 6 GB is sufficient for 1080p gaming and acceptable for many 1440p titles, but it will hit capacity limits in texture-heavy scenarios or with highest-quality presets at higher resolutions. The bandwidth figure of 336.0 GB/s is adequate for the card's compute capabilities, ensuring that the streaming of textures and geometry does not become a bottleneck in most current titles. However, at 4K resolution, the combination of 6 GB capacity and this bandwidth level will likely constrain performance in demanding scenes, as data transfer demands outpace what this subsystem can deliver. The memory operates at a standard 1750 MHz, which is not overclocked out of the box, so the effective 14 Gbps rate is the baseline for performance.
Ray Tracing and Feature Set
This card includes dedicated hardware for real-time ray tracing and AI acceleration: 30 RT cores and 240 tensor cores. These are critical components for enabling the Turing architecture's signature features. For API support, the card is fully compliant with DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), which ensures compatibility with the latest DirectX 12 titles and features like variable rate shading and mesh shaders. It also supports OpenGL 4.6 and Vulkan 1.4, providing broad cross-platform API coverage. The ray tracing performance, given the 30 RT cores, is entry-level for the feature; it can handle ray-traced effects at playable frame rates in lighter implementations, but users will likely need to enable DLSS (using the tensor cores) to offset the rendering cost in more demanding RT workloads. The presence of 240 tensor cores is notable, as they accelerate AI-based upscaling and can significantly improve effective performance in supported games. The display output suite includes one DVI, one HDMI 2.0, two DisplayPort 1.4a, and one USB Type-C, which covers modern monitors and VR headsets.
Benchmark Performance
The average benchmark score for this GPU is 0, and there are no individual benchmark entries available. This lack of data makes direct numerical analysis impossible from the fact pack alone. However, the card's 50th percentile ranking among all GPUs provides a positional reference point: it sits exactly in the middle of the performance distribution, meaning it outperforms roughly half of all GPUs and is outperformed by the other half. In practical terms, this suggests it is a capable 1080p card and a moderate 1440p performer. The theoretical specifications support this: the FP32 compute rate is 6.451 TFLOPS, the texture fill rate is 201.6 GTexel/s, and the pixel rate is 80.64 GPixel/s. These figures indicate a card that can handle high refresh rates at 1080p in most titles and maintain playable frame rates at 1440p with settings adjusted. Because there are no rival scores or deltas in the data, we cannot state specific percentage advantages or disadvantages against competing models. The performance interpretation relies on the raw specs and the percentile placement, which together paint a picture of a solid mid-range option that predates the current generation but remains relevant for 1080p and light 1440p gaming.
How It Compares
The fact pack does not list any nearest rivals, so a direct comparison against specific competing GPUs cannot be made with numerical deltas. The data shows no rival names, scores, or deltaPct values. Consequently, this card's standing is best understood through its percentile rank (50th) and its absolute specifications. It does not have a direct successor within its own generation, as it is a variant of the RTX 2060, and its predecessor is the GeForce 10 series. The successor is the GeForce 30 series, which represents a generational leap in performance and features. Without rival data, we can only infer that the RTX 2060 TU104 occupies a specific niche: it is an older mid-range card that uses a higher-tier chip (TU104) than the standard RTX 2060, but its performance is capped by its memory configuration and core counts. Buyers looking at this card should rely on its absolute specs—6 GB VRAM, 1920 shading units, and 336.0 GB/s bandwidth—to gauge its standing against other cards in the same class, rather than expecting it to outperform newer mid-range options.
FAQ
Q: What is the memory configuration of the RTX 2060 TU104?
A: It has 6 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, with a memory clock of 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective) and a total bandwidth of 336.0 GB/s.
Q: Does this card support real-time ray tracing?
A: Yes, it includes 30 RT cores specifically for ray tracing, alongside 240 tensor cores for AI acceleration and DLSS.
Q: What is the maximum API support?
A: The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.
Q: What power supply is recommended for this GPU?
A: The suggested power supply is 450 W, and it requires a single 8-pin power connector. The card has a TDP of 160 W.
Q: How fast is the GPU clock speed?
A: The base clock is 1365 MHz, and the boost clock is 1680 MHz.
Q: What is the launch MSRP of this card?
A: The launch MSRP is 299 USD.
Q: What is the production status?
A: The production status is end-of-life, having been released on January 9, 2020.
Who Should Consider It
The RTX 2060 TU104 is best suited for gamers targeting 1080p resolution with high settings, where its 6 GB of VRAM and 6.451 TFLOPS of compute power are sufficient for smooth performance in most modern titles. The 50th percentile ranking indicates it is not a high-end card, so users should not expect consistent ultra settings at 1440p or any serious 4K gaming. For 1440p, it can handle esports and older titles well, but newer AAA games will require lowering quality presets or using DLSS where available to maintain playable frame rates. The 30 RT cores allow for ray tracing at 1080p, but performance will drop significantly unless DLSS is engaged. This card is also a reasonable choice for budget-conscious builders who do not require the latest hardware, as its feature set includes modern API support (DirectX 12 Ultimate) and a robust display output configuration. However, given its end-of-life status and 6 GB memory capacity, it is not a future-proof option for higher resolutions or upcoming games with increasing VRAM demands. It remains a practical pick for a 1080p gaming rig, particularly for those who find a capable air cooler and a dual-slot design sufficient for their build. The 160 W TDP also means it is relatively easy to cool and power, making it a low-stress component for existing systems with a 450 W power supply.
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