Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-2060 | RTX-3060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 160W | 170W |
| VRAM | 6-12 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 3,584 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| Tensor Cores | 240 | 112 |
| FP16 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 12.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 360 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3060 Ti outperforms the RTX 2060 across key metrics, enabling superior handling of machine learning workloads. FP16 and FP32 performance doubles from 6.5 TFLOPS on RTX 2060 to 12.7 TFLOPS on RTX 3060 Ti: this accelerates neural network training by processing twice the floating-point operations per second and speeds inference for real-time applications like image generation.
Memory bandwidth edges higher at 360 GB/s for RTX 3060 Ti over 336 GB/s for RTX 2060, supporting larger batch sizes in training runs by reducing data transfer bottlenecks. For instance, models with high-resolution inputs benefit from the 24 GB/s advantage, minimizing latency in data-heavy tasks such as Stable Diffusion.
VRAM consistency aids RTX 3060 Ti: its fixed 12 GB capacity exceeds the RTX 2060's base 6 GB, allowing larger models without swapping. The modest TDP increase to 170 W from 160 W maintains efficiency in PCIe setups, though Ampere architecture delivers broader tensor core improvements for mixed-precision computing.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX 3060 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 24 vCPU 28GB RAM 970GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 36 vCPU 31GB RAM 862GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 128 vCPU 168GB RAM 715GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available | ||
Vast.ai | 2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB VRAM | 12GB | 64 vCPU 126GB RAM 3050GB Storage | Texas | $0.23/GPU/hr $0.45/hr total (2×) | Available |
When to Choose the RTX 2060
The RTX 2060 suits budget-constrained projects where costs dominate. At $0.02 per hour starting price, it undercuts RTX 3060 Ti by 33 percent, ideal for prototyping small models fitting within 6 GB VRAM or low-volume inference. Lower 160 W TDP conserves power in dense cloud clusters.
Legacy Turing compatibility favors RTX 2060 for applications tied to older CUDA versions, avoiding refactoring costs.
When to Choose the RTX 3060 Ti
Opt for RTX 3060 Ti in performance-critical scenarios demanding higher throughput. Its 12.7 TFLOPS doubles RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS, halving training times for mid-sized LLMs. Standardized 12 GB VRAM handles larger datasets reliably.
Ampere enhancements excel in modern inference pipelines, where 360 GB/s bandwidth supports bigger batches than RTX 2060's 336 GB/s.
Use Cases
RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS FP16 doubles RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS, speeding convergence on large language models. Its 12 GB VRAM supports bigger batches than RTX 2060's 6 GB base.
Higher 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 on RTX 3060 Ti reduces latency for real-time queries compared to 6.5 TFLOPS on RTX 2060. Bandwidth of 360 GB/s handles token streaming efficiently.
Small fine-tuning datasets fit RTX 2060's 6 GB VRAM, but RTX 3060 Ti's 12 GB excels for parameter-heavy adapters. Compute parity needs determine choice.
RTX 3060 Ti generates images faster with 12.7 TFLOPS versus 6.5 TFLOPS, leveraging 360 GB/s bandwidth for high-res outputs. 12 GB VRAM avoids out-of-memory errors.
Ampere's 12.7 TFLOPS FP32 outperforms Turing's 6.5 TFLOPS in simulations. Higher bandwidth aids matrix-heavy computations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher compute performance: RTX 2060 or RTX 3060 Ti?▾
RTX 3060 Ti delivers 12.7 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, exactly double the RTX 2060's 6.5 TFLOPS per precision. This gap translates to faster AI training and inference. Cloud pricing reflects the value at $0.03 per hour starting for RTX 3060 Ti.
How much VRAM do RTX 2060 and RTX 3060 Ti offer?▾
RTX 2060 provides 6 to 12 GB GDDR6, while RTX 3060 Ti offers a fixed 12 GB GDDR6. The consistent capacity on RTX 3060 Ti suits larger models without variants. Both handle PCIe deployments effectively.
What are the cloud rental prices for these GPUs?▾
RTX 2060 rents from $0.02 per hour, averaging $0.04 per hour across two providers. RTX 3060 Ti starts at $0.03 per hour, averaging $0.06 per hour over two offers. Prices favor RTX 2060 for light usage.
Does RTX 3060 Ti have better memory bandwidth than RTX 2060?▾
RTX 3060 Ti achieves 360 GB/s bandwidth, surpassing RTX 2060's 336 GB/s by 24 GB/s. This improves batch processing in ML tasks. Higher throughput reduces bottlenecks in data-intensive workloads.
Which is more power efficient for cloud use?▾
RTX 2060 draws 160 W TDP, lower than RTX 3060 Ti's 170 W. However, RTX 3060 Ti's doubled 12.7 TFLOPS yields better perf-per-watt. Choose based on cluster power limits.
Can RTX 2060 handle modern AI tasks like RTX 3060 Ti?▾
RTX 2060 manages basic tasks with 6.5 TFLOPS and up to 12 GB VRAM, but lags RTX 3060 Ti's 12.7 TFLOPS and 360 GB/s bandwidth. It fits prototypes at lower $0.02 per hour cost. Upgrade for demanding inference.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2060 or the RTX 3060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2060 and RTX 3060 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.
How much VRAM does the RTX 2060 have compared to the RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 2060 has 6 to 12 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 3060 has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 2060 and RTX 3060 GPUs available to rent right now?▾
Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.
What is the main difference between the RTX 2060 and the RTX 3060?▾
The RTX 2060 uses the Turing architecture (2019) while the RTX 3060 uses Ampere (2021). The RTX 3060 delivers 2.0x the FP16 throughput and 1.1x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2060.