GeForce GTX 1060 vs UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

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Intel

UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

2021Core: 350 MHzBoost: 800 MHz

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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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce GTX 1060

2016

Why buy it

  • βœ…+814.9% higher PassMark G3D performance.
  • βœ…Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 40.4 vs 0 G3D/$ ($249 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
  • βœ…100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (6 GB vs Unknown).
  • βœ…Less risky long-term buy than UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU): it remains the more sensible modern option while UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Trade-offs

  • ❌Poor future-proofing: 2016-era hardware with 6 GB of VRAM is already a legacy-tier option for modern games.
  • ❌4400% higher power demand at 180W vs 4W.

UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

2021

Why buy it

  • βœ…Draws 4W instead of 180W, a 176W reduction.
  • βœ…More future proof: Gen. 11 (2021) on 10nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • ❌Lower PassMark G3D performance (1,100 vs 10,064).
  • ❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 6 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • ❌Very weak future-proofing: 2021-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • ❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 40.4 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $249 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 1060 better than UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)?
Yes. GeForce GTX 1060 is clearly the better overall GPU here. You are also looking at 10,064 vs 1,100 in G3D Mark. On top of that, GeForce GTX 1060 is a 2016 card with no meaningful modern upscaling stack, while UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is a 2021 model from an older generation with no meaningful modern upscaling stack. So this is not really a tight same-tier comparison. It is more a modern card against an older, weaker alternative.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce GTX 1060 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting 814.9% more raw performance headroom and more VRAM at 6 GB instead of Unknown. That leaves it with more room for heavier textures, tougher ray tracing loads, and higher-end 1440p or 4K gaming over the next few years.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
GeForce GTX 1060 is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce GTX 1060 is priced in an unclear MSRP range at $249 MSRP versus an unclear MSRP, and you are getting 814.9% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%. UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is the newer 2021 card, so it still has a real case if you care more about newer architecture and lower power draw (4W vs 180W) than about squeezing out the strongest gaming value today.
When does UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) make more sense than GeForce GTX 1060?
Yes. UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still fine for 1080p, but 1440p and especially 4K require more compromise. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (4W vs 180W), and staying closer to an unclear MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce GTX 1060. The trade-off is that GeForce GTX 1060 currently gives you 814.9% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 100+%.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
1080p
low117 FPS50 FPS
medium105 FPS40 FPS
high91 FPS33 FPS
ultra77 FPS25 FPS
1440p
low103 FPS37 FPS
medium87 FPS30 FPS
high76 FPS25 FPS
ultra67 FPS19 FPS
4K
low55 FPS24 FPS
medium49 FPS20 FPS
high41 FPS14 FPS
ultra37 FPS12 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
1080p
low216 FPS50 FPS
medium181 FPS40 FPS
high148 FPS33 FPS
ultra113 FPS25 FPS
1440p
low134 FPS37 FPS
medium107 FPS30 FPS
high87 FPS25 FPS
ultra68 FPS19 FPS
4K
low62 FPS25 FPS
medium51 FPS18 FPS
high49 FPS14 FPS
ultra41 FPS10 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
1080p
low453 FPS50 FPS
medium362 FPS40 FPS
high302 FPS33 FPS
ultra226 FPS25 FPS
1440p
low340 FPS37 FPS
medium272 FPS30 FPS
high226 FPS25 FPS
ultra170 FPS19 FPS
4K
low226 FPS25 FPS
medium181 FPS20 FPS
high151 FPS16 FPS
ultra113 FPS12 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
1080p
low358 FPS50 FPS
medium302 FPS40 FPS
high260 FPS33 FPS
ultra226 FPS25 FPS
1440p
low299 FPS37 FPS
medium254 FPS30 FPS
high208 FPS25 FPS
ultra170 FPS19 FPS
4K
low170 FPS25 FPS
medium133 FPS20 FPS
high123 FPS16 FPS
ultra102 FPS12 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1060 and UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

NVIDIA

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.

Intel

UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)

The UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 11 2021. It features the Gen. 11 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 800 MHz. It has 24 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 4W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,100 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1060 scores 10,064 versus the UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)'s 1,100 β€” the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 814.9%. The GeForce GTX 1060 is built on Pascal while the UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) uses Gen. 11, both on 16 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060) vs 24 (UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)). Boost clocks: 1733 MHz vs 800 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
G3D Mark Score
10,064+815%
1,100
Architecture
Pascal
Gen. 11
Process Node
16 nm
10 nm
Shading Units
2560+10567%
24
Boost Clock
1733 MHz+117%
800 MHz
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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 1060 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
Upscaling support
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1060 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
VRAM Capacity
6 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
192 GB/s
System
Bus Width
192-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1060) vs 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
DirectX
12
12 (12_1)
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.5
4.6+2%
Max Displays
4+33%
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060) vs QuickSync (UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)). Decoder: NVDEC (Pascal) vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9 (UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
Encoder
NVENC (Pascal)
QuickSync
Decoder
NVDEC (Pascal)
QuickSync
Codecs
H.264,H.265/HEVC
H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1060 draws 180W versus the UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)'s 4W β€” a 191.3% difference. The UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 1060) vs 1W (UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)). Power connectors: 6-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 173mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
TDP
180W
4W-98%
Recommended PSU
400W
1W-100%
Power Connector
6-pin
Integrated
Length
173mm
0mm
Height
111mm
0mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Temp (Load)
β€”
80
Perf/Watt
55.9
275.0+392%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 MSRP, while the UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) launched at $0. The UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) costs 100+% less ($249 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 40.4 (GeForce GTX 1060) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)) β€” the UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU) is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).

FeatureGeForce GTX 1060UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
MSRP
$249
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
40.4
Infinity
Codename
GP104
Gen. 11
Release
May 27 2016
January 11 2021
Ranking
#137
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