GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB 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

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (250mm)	📏 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 $60 (vs $65), it costs 8% less, resulting in a 8.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+8.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65)	✅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.

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 19 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1709 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,063 points. Launch price was $299.

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

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB scores 10,063 and the GeForce GTX 1060 reaches 10,064 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 4.375 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1709 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	10,063	10,064
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1280	2560+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.375 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+103%
Boost Clock	1709 MHz	1733 MHz+1%
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	80	160+100%
L1 Cache	480 KB	960 KB+100%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	192 GB/s	192 GB/s
Bus Width	192-bit	192-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (FL 12_1)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4th gen (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo VP7 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 4th gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo VP7	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB draws 120W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 40% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 6-pin vs 6-pin. Card length: 250mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	120W-33%	180W
Recommended PSU	400W	400W
Power Connector	6-pin	6-pin
Length	250mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	83.9+50%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 7.7% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 154.8 (GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 8.3% better value.