GeForce G200 vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 G200 is positioned at rank #357 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 G200

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

16120%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

15487%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

15307%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

15280%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

15249%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

15162%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

14971%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14916%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14778%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

14738%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

14560%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14529%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

14267%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

14258%

#342

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

17778%

#357

GeForce G200

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

100%

#358

RADEON X700 PRO

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

93%

#359

GeForce 6500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

84%

#361

RADEON X800 GT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $15

76%

#362

GeForce 6600

MSRP: $270|Avg: $10

71%

#363

RADEON 9550

MSRP: $129|Avg: $30

60%

#364

GeForce FX 5700LE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

56%

#365

Radeon X1600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $49

56%

#366

GeForce PCX 5750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

51%

#367

GeForce FX 5700

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

47%

#368

RADEON X800 XL

MSRP: $349|Avg: $15

44%

#369

RADEON X800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $20

44%

#370

RADEON 9600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

40%

#371

RADEON X800 PRO

MSRP: $399|Avg: $15

36%

#372

GeForce FX 5200LE

MSRP: $43|Avg: $25

36%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7300% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce G200.

Insight	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7300%)	✅Leading raw performance (+7300%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
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 1750% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1750%)
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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce G200 and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce G200

The GeForce G200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 136 points. Launch price was $79.

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 G200 scores 136 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 7300%. The GeForce G200 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce G200) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce G200) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1468 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	136	10,064+7300%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	14 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.127 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+687%
Boost Clock	1468 MHz	1733 MHz+18%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	24	160+567%
L1 Cache	144 KB	960 KB+567%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce G200	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 G200 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce G200) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce G200) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	10.1	12+19%
Vulkan	N/A	1.3
OpenGL	3.3	4.5+36%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce G200) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP4) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce G200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP4)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce G200 draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The GeForce G200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce G200) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce G200	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	30W-83%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	168mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	4.5	55.9+1142%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce G200 launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce G200 costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (GeForce G200) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1742.9% better value. The GeForce G200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).