NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080 vs Radeon RX 560 2GB
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
RX 560 2GB
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 2080 outperforms RX 560 2GB by 39% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+39%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.GeForce RTX 2080 vs Radeon RX 560 2GB: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB shows a 39% advantage for RTX 2080 in gaming performance, while RX 560 2GB may still be stronger in efficiency and feature set. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4633
71100
100100
6856
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 2080 is the best overall choice
RTX 2080 leads in combined game performance. RTX 2080 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RTX 2080 leads in the combined performance index
RX 560 2GB costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 125–130of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 2080
171 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon RX 560 2GB
100/100 · Price $179The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
46Better
33
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
40Better
30
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
37Better
28
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
71
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
61Better
58
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 1.4
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.0b
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingDLSS 2—
Max monitors5Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CYesNo
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS10.07Better2.611
Power consumption215 W75 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Power connector6+8 pin6 pin
Release date20182017
ArchitectureTuringPolaris
ThicknessDual-slotVaries by board
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5—
Launch price$699—
Shader units / cores2944Better896
Clock speed1515 - 1710 MHzBetter1175 - 1275 MHz
Base clock1515 MHzBetter1175 MHz
Boost clock1710 MHzBetter1275 MHz
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better2 GB GDDR5
Memory frequency14 GHzBetter7 GHz
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/sBetter112 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 3x8
Power consumption215 W75 WBetter
Process node12 nmBetter14 nm
Recommended PSU550 WVaries by board
Length267 mmVaries by board
Die size545 mm²123 mm²Better
Memory cacheL1 64 KB, L2 4 MBL1 16 KB, L2 1 MB
Transistor count13600 millionBetter3000 million
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RTX 2080RX 560 2GB
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
24 FPSEstimated 66%
20 FPSEstimated 64%
1080p Ultra
20 FPSEstimated 66%
16 FPSEstimated 64%
1440p Ultra
15 FPSEstimated 66%
9 FPSEstimated 58%
4K Ultra
7 FPSEstimated 60%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB20 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 560 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB20 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 560 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RTX 2080201 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB165 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 2080141 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB114 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 2080110 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB63 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208041 FPSEstimated 68%RX 560 2GB22 FPSEstimated 62%
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 2080130 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB107 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 2080112 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB90 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 208080 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB46 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208027 FPSEstimated 68%RX 560 2GB15 FPSEstimated 62%
Forza Horizon 5RTX 2080163 FPSEstimated 80%RX 560 2GB135 FPSEstimated 78%RTX 2080106 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB86 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 208099 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB57 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208060 FPSEstimated 68%RX 560 2GB32 FPSEstimated 62%
God of War RagnarökRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB20 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 560 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 2080106 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB87 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 208088 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB72 FPSEstimated 72%RTX 208071 FPSEstimated 74%RX 560 2GB41 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208028 FPSEstimated 68%RX 560 2GB15 FPSEstimated 62%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB20 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 560 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB20 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 560 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB20 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB16 FPSEstimated 64%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 560 2GB9 FPSEstimated 58%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 560 2GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100463333%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100513829%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100523929%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100685619%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1007110034%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100564326%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100554227%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100523929%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100584525%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100534028%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 2—
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5—
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureTuringPolaris
Process node12 nmBetter14 nm
Release date20182017
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count13600 millionBetter3000 million
Die size545 mm²123 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2944Better896
Base clock1515 MHzBetter1175 MHz
Boost clock1710 MHzBetter1275 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 3x8
Length267 mmVaries by board
ThicknessDual-slotVaries by board
Recommended PSU550 WVaries by board
Power connector6+8 pin6 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 1.4
USB Type-CYesNo
Max monitors5Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 2080 and RX 560 2GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better2 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS10.07Better2.611
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 2080 or RX 560 2GB?+
RTX 2080 has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 2080 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 2080 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
RTX 2080 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RTX 2080 offers more overall performance, while RTX 2080 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 2080 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RTX 2080 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 2080 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 2080 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 2080 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RX 560 2GB is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
RX 560 2GB is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RTX 2080 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.