RTX 2070 SUPER vs RTX 5060 Ti

TuringvsBlackwellUpdated 35 days ago

The RTX 5060 Ti emerges as the clear winner for most cloud GPU use cases. Its 23.1 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 performance surpasses the RTX 2070 SUPER's 9 TFLOPS by over 2.5 times, paired with 12 GB VRAM for demanding AI tasks. Affordable pricing from $0.07 per hour makes it preferable over the unavailable RTX 2070 SUPER offers.

RTX 5060 Ti from $0.27/hr

Specifications Compared

SpecRTX-2070RTX-5060
TDP175W180W
VRAM8 GB12 GB
CUDA Cores2,3044,608
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR7
ArchitectureTuringBlackwell
Form FactorsPCIePCIe
InterconnectNVLink
Tensor Cores288144
FP16 Performance7.5 TFLOPS23.1 TFLOPS
FP32 Performance7.5 TFLOPS23.1 TFLOPS
Memory Bandwidth448 GB/s448 GB/s

Performance Analysis

The RTX 5060 Ti outperforms the RTX 2070 SUPER in compute capability: 23.1 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 versus 9 TFLOPS on each metric. This delta accelerates machine learning training by approximately 2.6 times, as FP16 precision dominates in mixed-precision workflows for LLMs and diffusion models. Inference tasks similarly benefit, with higher throughput enabling more queries per second on large models. The identical 448 GB/s memory bandwidth means both GPUs handle comparable data transfer rates, limiting maximum batch sizes equally in memory-bound scenarios. However, the RTX 5060 Ti's 12 GB VRAM versus 8 GB allows larger batch sizes or complex models without out-of-memory errors, crucial for fine-tuning or high-resolution Stable Diffusion. Power efficiency favors the RTX 5060 Ti at 180 W TDP compared to 215 W, reducing operational costs in prolonged cloud sessions. GDDR7 memory on the newer GPU promises lower latency than GDDR6, enhancing real-world responsiveness.

Live Cloud Pricing

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RTX 5060 Ti

ProviderGPU ModelVRAMHost SpecsRegionPriceStatusAction
Vast.ai
Vast.ai
2×NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti
16GB VRAM
$0.27/GPU/hr
$0.53/hr total (2×)
Available

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When to Choose the RTX 2070 SUPER

The RTX 2070 SUPER suits legacy on-premises setups where NVLink interconnect compatibility is required for specific multi-GPU configurations. Its 9 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 performance handles light inference or fine-tuning on models under 8 GB VRAM effectively, avoiding cloud dependency since no live offers exist. Users with existing hardware prioritize it for cost-free operation in low-demand scientific computing or basic Stable Diffusion at 448 GB/s bandwidth.

When to Choose the RTX 5060 Ti

The RTX 5060 Ti excels in modern cloud workloads leveraging its 23.1 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 for rapid LLM training and inference. The 12 GB GDDR7 VRAM supports larger models, ideal for fine-tuning or Stable Diffusion with bigger batches. At $0.07 per hour starting price, it offers value for scalable AI tasks under 180 W TDP.

Use Cases

LLM Training
RTX 5060 Ti

The RTX 5060 Ti's 23.1 TFLOPS FP16 outperforms the 9 TFLOPS on the RTX 2070 SUPER, speeding up training by 2.6 times. Extra 12 GB VRAM handles larger datasets.

LLM Inference
RTX 5060 Ti

Higher 23.1 TFLOPS FP32 enables more inferences per second than 9 TFLOPS. 12 GB VRAM supports bigger models without issues.

Fine-tuning
RTX 5060 Ti

23.1 TFLOPS compute accelerates fine-tuning cycles versus 9 TFLOPS. GDDR7 and 12 GB capacity improve batch handling at 448 GB/s.

Stable Diffusion
RTX 5060 Ti

RTX 5060 Ti's 12 GB VRAM and 23.1 TFLOPS generate higher-resolution images faster than the 8 GB and 9 TFLOPS limit of RTX 2070 SUPER.

Scientific Computing
Either

Both offer 448 GB/s bandwidth for data-intensive simulations. RTX 2070 SUPER suffices for lighter loads; RTX 5060 Ti for FP16-heavy tasks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the performance difference between RTX 2070 SUPER and RTX 5060 Ti?

The RTX 5060 Ti achieves 23.1 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, over 2.5 times the 9 TFLOPS of the RTX 2070 SUPER. This gap shortens training and inference times significantly.

How much VRAM do these GPUs have?

RTX 2070 SUPER has 8 GB GDDR6 VRAM. RTX 5060 Ti provides 12 GB GDDR7, enabling larger models and batches.

What are the cloud prices for RTX 5060 Ti?

RTX 5060 Ti rentals start at $0.07 per hour, averaging $0.15 per hour across 10 live offers. RTX 2070 SUPER has no live cloud offers.

Which GPU is more power efficient?

RTX 5060 Ti draws 180 W TDP versus 215 W for RTX 2070 SUPER. It delivers higher 23.1 TFLOPS at lower power.

Do they have the same memory bandwidth?

Both GPUs provide 448 GB/s bandwidth. This equality supports similar data throughput despite VRAM and architecture differences.

What architectures do they use?

RTX 2070 SUPER uses Turing from 2018 with NVLink. RTX 5060 Ti uses Blackwell from 2025.

Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2070 or the RTX 5060?

Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2070 and RTX 5060 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 2070 have compared to the RTX 5060?

The RTX 2070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 5060 has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory.

Can I find RTX 2070 and RTX 5060 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 2070 and the RTX 5060?

The RTX 2070 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 5060 delivers 3.1x the FP16 throughput and 1.0x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2070.