GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
VS
GeForce GTX 780

GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) vs GeForce GTX 780

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

2016Core: 1506 MHzBoost: 1708 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 780

2013Core: 863 MHzBoost: 900 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 GTX 1060 (móvel) is positioned at rank #33 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 GTX 1060 (móvel)

#23
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
160%
#25
145%
#26
144%
#30
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
131%
#31
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
130%
#33
GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#35
GeForce GTX 960M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
99%
#37
97%
#46
Radeon RX 5500M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100
88%
#48
GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
87%
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 (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 780 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2.6%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) and GeForce GTX 780

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 15 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1708 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,160 points. Launch price was $237.11.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 780

The GeForce GTX 780 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,957 points. Launch price was $649.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) scores 8,160 and the GeForce GTX 780 reaches 7,957 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 780 uses Kepler, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780). Raw compute: 4.275 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780). Boost clocks: 1708 MHz vs 900 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
G3D Mark Score
8,160+3%
7,957
Architecture
Pascal
Kepler
Process Node
16 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1280
2304+80%
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.275 TFLOPS+3%
4.156 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1708 MHz+90%
900 MHz
ROPs
48
48
TMUs
80
192+140%
L1 Cache
480 KB+150%
192 KB
L2 Cache
1.5 MB
1.5 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
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 (móvel) comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 780 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 780 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780) — a 50% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780. Bus width: 192-bit vs 384-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
6 GB+50%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
192 GB/s
288 GB/s+50%
Bus Width
192-bit
384-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1.5 MB
1.5 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
DirectX
12.1
12 (11_0)
Vulkan
1.1+10%
1.0
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6.0 (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 780). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP8 vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
Encoder
NVENC 6.0
NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP8
NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) draws 80W versus the GeForce GTX 780's 250W — a 103% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
TDP
80W-68%
250W
Recommended PSU
500W-17%
600W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin + 8-pin
Length
0mm
267mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
80-6%
Perf/Watt
102.0+221%
31.8
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)GeForce GTX 780
MSRP
$499
Avg Price (30d)
$35
Codename
GP106
GK110
Release
August 15 2016
May 23 2013
Ranking
#343
#320