Quick answer
The RTX 2060 6GB is a D-tier graphics card in our GPU tier list (gaming score 30, RTX 4090 = 100), built for 1080p gaming. With a fast CPU it averages about 75 FPS at 1080p, 46 FPS at 1440p and 24 FPS at 4K in a typical AAA game at high settings. 6GB of VRAM is enough for high (not ultra) textures at 1080p and below the 12GB our VRAM rule asks for at 1440p and 4K high settings, so expect to lower texture quality there. Its maker recommends a 500W power supply.
RTX 2060 6GB Specs
| Spec | RTX 2060 6GB |
|---|---|
| Maker | NVIDIA |
| Architecture | Turing |
| VRAM | 6GB GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | 192-bit |
| Boost clock | 1680 MHz |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 |
| Board power | 160W |
| Maker’s recommended PSU | 500W |
| Upscaling / frame generation | DLSS upscaling (no DLSS Frame Generation; FSR 3 frame generation works in games that offer it) |
| Released | 2019 |
| ComputingSkill gaming score | 30 (D tier) |
Specs: RTX 2060 6GB official page. Scores are ComputingSkill’s gaming index, positioned from publicly reported review averages, not our own benchmarks (methodology).
RTX 2060 6GB Gaming Performance (Estimated FPS)
Average FPS from the FPS Calculator’s formula for a typical AAA game, paired with the Ryzen 7 9800X3D so the card is the limit wherever it can be. Figures marked * are held back by the CPU instead. Ray tracing, upscaling and frame generation are not included; they are estimates, not benchmarks.
| Settings | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | 128 | 87 | 48 |
| Medium | 98 | 66 | 37 |
| High | 75 | 46 | 24 |
| Ultra | 54 | 33 | 19 |
| Esports titles, high | 225 | 153 | 95 |
In the GPU tier list the RTX 2060 6GB sits in D tier: older or entry cards: 1080p at medium or low settings. In games that support it, DLSS upscaling (no DLSS Frame Generation; FSR 3 frame generation works in games that offer it) can raise these frame rates, at some cost in image quality or input latency. How upscaling and frame generation work.
Is 6GB of VRAM Enough on the RTX 2060 6GB?
6GB of VRAM is enough for high (not ultra) textures at 1080p and below the 12GB our VRAM rule asks for at 1440p and 4K high settings, so expect to lower texture quality there. The rule is the GPU VRAM Calculator’s minimum for each resolution and texture level (1080p: 6GB at high, 8GB at ultra; 1440p: 8GB / 10GB; 4K: 12GB / 14GB). Short on VRAM, a game stutters or swaps textures rather than simply losing frames.
Best CPU for the RTX 2060 6GB
At 1080p, the Core i3-12100F is the most modest current CPU that runs the RTX 2060 6GB without a noticeable CPU bottleneck (under 15% in our engine, typical AAA game at high settings). A faster CPU still helps in esports and CPU-heavy games, where the CPU sets the frame rate far more often.
| CPU | 1080p | 1440p | 4K | Pair page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core i3-12100F | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | — |
| Ryzen 5 5600 | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | Full pairing |
| Core i5-12400F | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | — |
| Ryzen 5 7600 | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | — |
| Core i5-14600K | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | — |
| Ryzen 7 7800X3D | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | — |
| Ryzen 7 9800X3D | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | GPU-limited | — |
“GPU-limited” is normal and means the card is the part working hardest. A CPU % is how much of the card goes unused. Check any other pair in the PC Bottleneck Calculator.
What PSU Does the RTX 2060 6GB Need?
The RTX 2060 6GB’s maker recommends a 500W power supply, and the card itself draws up to about 160W. With a Core i3-12100F, the PSU Calculator estimates a full-load draw of about 330W for the whole PC and recommends a 500W unit (30% headroom, rounded up). A power-hungry CPU such as a Core i9 needs more, so check your exact parts.
Similar Graphics Cards
| Graphics card | Score | VRAM | FPS 1440p high | Board power | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX 6600 | 33 | 8GB | 54 | 132W | 2021 |
| Arc A750 | 33 | 8GB | 56 | 225W | 2022 |
| RTX 2060 6GB | 30 | 6GB | 46 | 160W | 2019 |
| GTX 1660 Super | 25 | 6GB | 38 | 125W | 2019 |
| GTX 1650 | 17 | 4GB | 22 | 75W | 2019 |
Head-to-head comparisons: RTX 2060 6GB vs RTX 3060 12GB.
Try the RTX 2060 6GB with your own CPU, resolution and settings in the FPS Calculator, or see which games it runs in Can I Run It.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RTX 2060 6GB good for 1440p gaming?
It runs 1440p, but below the level our PC Upgrade Calculator calls comfortable for high settings (score 30 vs 50 needed). Expect about 46 FPS at 1440p high in a typical AAA game; medium settings or upscaling get you closer to 60.
What CPU should I pair with the RTX 2060 6GB?
At least a Core i3-12100F, at 1080p and 1440p alike, to avoid a noticeable CPU bottleneck. Faster CPUs help in esports and strategy games.
What power supply does the RTX 2060 6GB need?
Its maker recommends 500W. With a Core i3-12100F our PSU Calculator suggests 500W for the whole PC.
Is 6GB of VRAM enough on the RTX 2060 6GB?
6GB of VRAM is enough for high (not ultra) textures at 1080p and below the 12GB our VRAM rule asks for at 1440p and 4K high settings, so expect to lower texture quality there.