NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 12GB vs AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT
Detailed gaming performance comparison
Reference CPU: Intel Core i5-13400
We compare the RTX 2060 12GB and the RX 6650 XT with real FPS across the most popular games at 1080p, 1440p and 4K, plus specs, launch price and AI upscaling support (DLSS/FSR/XeSS). See at a glance which is better for your resolution and budget.
The RX 6650 XT is ~18% faster than the RTX 2060 12GB on average at 1080p.
RTX 2060 12GB
- Index (1080p)
- 39/100
- VRAM
- 12 GB
- Price (MSRP)
- $299 · ≈ €275
- Upscaling
- DLSS
Average FPS by resolution
Estimated average FPS for each graphics card across the most popular games. The gap usually shows at 1080p and 1440p; at 4K both lose smoothness and upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps.
| Resolution | RTX 2060 12GB | RX 6650 XT | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 44 | 52 | +18% |
| 1440p | 33 | 38 | +15% |
| 4K | 15 | 18 | +20% |
Specifications
Side-by-side specs of the RTX 2060 12GB and RX 6650 XT: VRAM, power draw (TDP), performance index and launch price. The better value in each row is highlighted in blue.
| Spec | RTX 2060 12GB | RX 6650 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | NVIDIA | AMD |
| VRAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| TDP | 185W | 180W |
| Tier | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Score 1080p | 39 | 46 |
| Score 1440p | 33 | 38 |
| Score 4K | 20 | 24 |
| Price (MSRP) | $299 | $299 |
Gaming Performance
Per-game FPS detail at 1080p Ultra. The graphics card that wins each title is highlighted in blue.
| Game | RTX 2060 12GB | RX 6650 XT | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition | 45FPS | 54FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 35FPS | 41FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Halloween: The Game | 44FPS | 51FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Kena: Scars of Kosmora | 45FPS | 54FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV | 50FPS | 59FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Mortal Shell II | 41FPS | 48FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival | 44FPS | 51FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Valor Mortis | 41FPS | 48FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Star Wars Zero Company | 50FPS | 59FPS | RX 6650 XT |
| Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve | 45FPS | 54FPS | RX 6650 XT |
Verdict
AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT wins in 10 out of 10 games
We recommend AMD Radeon RX 6650 XT as the best option for gaming.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions when comparing the RTX 2060 12GB with the RX 6650 XT.
Which is better, the RTX 2060 12GB or the RX 6650 XT?
On average at 1080p, the RX 6650 XT is 18% faster than the RTX 2060 12GB. The best one for you depends on your resolution, budget and whether you prioritise ray tracing or price.
Which is better at 4K?
At 4K Ultra, the RTX 2060 12GB averages 15 FPS and the RX 6650 XT 18 FPS across the most popular games. For smooth 4K, enabling upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps on both.
Is it worth paying more for the faster one?
At 1080p or 1440p the FPS gap may not justify the extra cost; at 4K or with ray tracing the faster card matters more. Check the by-resolution table to decide.
Which has better ray tracing and upscaling?
AI upscaling (DLSS on NVIDIA, FSR on AMD, XeSS on Intel) raises FPS on both; for ray tracing, GeForce RTX cards usually lead. See each card’s support above.
How big is the FPS difference between them?
On average across top games, the gap is around 18% at 1080p. At higher resolutions (1440p and 4K) the relative difference usually stays similar.