GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

#5

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

66%

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

59%

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2016). The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Blackwell (2024−2025) / 4nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) 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.

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,465 points.

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 1070 (Mobile) scores 10,465 and the GeForce GTX 1060 reaches 10,064 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 4 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	10,465+4%	10,064
Architecture	Blackwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	4 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	4608+80%	2560
Boost Clock	2520 MHz+45%	1733 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	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 1070 (Mobile) comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile). Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s+33%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th gen (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd gen vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 6th gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 113% difference. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	50W-72%	180W
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	209.3+274%	55.9