CMP 30HX vs GeForce GTX 1060

CMP 30HX

2021Core: 1530 MHzBoost: 1785 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

CMP 30HX

125

4,892

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 Super with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+105.7%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The CMP 30HX is positioned at rank #190 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar CMP 30HX

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

99%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

98%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

96%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

91%

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

89%

#88

Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

88%

#89

Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

87%

#174

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2414%

#189

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

100%

#190

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

100%

#192

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

99%

#195

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

95%

#196

GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

95%

#199

Radeon Pro Duo

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $799

91%

#200

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

90%

#202

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The CMP 30HX uses modern memory architecture. The CMP 30HX likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 105.7% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the CMP 30HX.

Insight	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-105.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+105.7%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 105.7% better value per dollar than the CMP 30HX.

Insight	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+105.7%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

CMP 30HX Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of CMP 30HX and GeForce GTX 1060

CMP 30HX

The CMP 30HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1530 MHz to 1785 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 125W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,892 points. Launch price was $799.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the CMP 30HX scores 4,892 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 105.7%. The CMP 30HX is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,408 (CMP 30HX) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 5.027 TFLOPS (CMP 30HX) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1785 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	4,892	10,064+106%
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1408	2560+82%
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.027 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+77%
Boost Clock	1785 MHz+3%	1733 MHz
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	88	160+82%
L1 Cache	1.4 MB+49%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The CMP 30HX comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (CMP 30HX) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (CMP 30HX) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (CMP 30HX) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	No	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	No	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs		H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The CMP 30HX draws 125W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 36.1% difference. The CMP 30HX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (CMP 30HX) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	CMP 30HX	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	125W-31%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	229mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	39.1	55.9+43%

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Value Analysis

The CMP 30HX launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.5 (CMP 30HX) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 105.8% better value. The CMP 30HX is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).