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CMP 40HX
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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 40HX is positioned at rank #119 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar CMP 40HX
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The CMP 40HX uses modern memory architecture. The CMP 40HX 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 15% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the CMP 40HX.
| Insight | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-15%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+15%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) |
| 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. Priced at $60 versus $120 for the CMP 40HX, it costs 50% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 130.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+130.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of CMP 40HX and GeForce GTX 1060
CMP 40HX
The CMP 40HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,749 points. Launch price was $699.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the CMP 40HX scores 8,749 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 15%. The CMP 40HX is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (CMP 40HX) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 7.603 TFLOPS (CMP 40HX) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1650 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8,749 | 10,064+15% |
| Architecture | Turing | Pascal |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304 | 2560+11% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 7.603 TFLOPS | 8.873 TFLOPS+17% |
| Boost Clock | 1650 MHz | 1733 MHz+5% |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 144 | 160+11% |
| L1 Cache | 2.3 MB+145% | 0.94 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | CMP 40HX | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The CMP 40HX comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (CMP 40HX) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the CMP 40HX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 6 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (CMP 40HX) 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 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (CMP 40HX) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Pascal).
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | No | NVDEC (Pascal) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The CMP 40HX draws 185W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 2.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (CMP 40HX) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 185W | 180W-3% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 400W-20% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 6-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 173mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 47.3 | 55.9+18% |
Value Analysis
The CMP 40HX launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 50% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 72.9 (CMP 40HX) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 130% better value. The CMP 40HX is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).
| Feature | CMP 40HX | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $249-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $60-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.9 | 167.7+130% |
| Codename | TU106 | GP104 |
| Release | February 25 2021 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #302 | #137 |
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