GeForce 8600 GT vs GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 8600 GT

2008Core: 500 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 8600 GT

150

140

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+7088.6%

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 GeForce 8600 GT is positioned at rank #704 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 GeForce 8600 GT

#694

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

12337%

#696

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

11184%

#697

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

11155%

#701

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

10143%

#702

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

10074%

#704

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

100%

#705

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

100%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

98%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

94%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

91%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

89%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

88%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

83%

#714

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

83%

#715

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

83%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

77%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

76%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

75%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

74%

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 GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2008). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8600 GT 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 7088.6% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (6 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8600 GT.

Insight	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7088.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+7088.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+500%)
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. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $60), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 1697.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1697.1%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

GeForce 8600 GT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8600 GT and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 8600 GT

The GeForce 8600 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 140 points.

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 GeForce 8600 GT scores 140 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 7088.6%. The GeForce 8600 GT is built on G9x while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 65 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8600 GT) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	140	10,064+7089%
Architecture	G9x	Pascal
Process Node	65 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	224	2560+1043%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 8600 GT	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 GeForce 8600 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	6 GB+500%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8600 GT) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	10.0	12+20%
Vulkan	None	1.3
OpenGL	3.3	4.5+36%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8600 GT) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8600 GT) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	No	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP2	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 8600 GT draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 18.2% difference. The GeForce 8600 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8600 GT) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 173mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce 8600 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	150W-17%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	173mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	0.9	55.9+6111%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 8600 GT launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce 8600 GT costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.3 (GeForce 8600 GT) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1703.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2008).