GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design vs GeForce GTX 780

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 with Max-Q Design is positioned at rank #9 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Excellent 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 with Max-Q Design

#6

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

111%

#8

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

100%

#9

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

100%

#13

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

91%

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Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

90%

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Radeon RX 560X (móvel)

MSRP: $55|Avg: $55

89%

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 780 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 780
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $100), it costs 65% less, resulting in a 189.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 780
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+189.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($35)

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 with Max-Q Design Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 780 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design and GeForce GTX 780

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

The GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 27 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1063 MHz to 1480 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,853 points.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design scores 7,853 and the GeForce GTX 780 reaches 7,957 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design 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 with Max-Q Design) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780). Raw compute: 3.789 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780). Boost clocks: 1480 MHz vs 900 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 780
G3D Mark Score	7,853	7,957+1%
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	16 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1280	2304+80%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.789 TFLOPS	4.156 TFLOPS+10%
Boost Clock	1480 MHz+64%	900 MHz
ROPs	48	48
TMUs	80	192+140%
L1 Cache	480 KB+150%	192 KB
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	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)

Both cards feature 6 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 128 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780) — a 125% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 780
VRAM Capacity	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	128 GB/s	288 GB/s+125%
Bus Width	128-bit	384-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 780
DirectX	12.1	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+30%	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 with Max-Q Design) 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 with Max-Q Design) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	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 with Max-Q Design draws 80W versus the GeForce GTX 780's 250W — a 103% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 780
TDP	80W-68%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	0mm	267mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	80
Perf/Watt	98.2+209%	31.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 costs 65% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 78.5 (GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design) vs 227.3 (GeForce GTX 780) — the GeForce GTX 780 offers 189.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).