GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 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.

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 84.9% higher G3D Mark score and 83.3% more VRAM (11 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 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+84.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-84.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+83.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 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 $145), it costs 59% less, resulting in a 30.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+30.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($145)	✅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 1080 Ti Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 10 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1481 MHz to 1582 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,606 points. Launch price was $699.

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

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti scores 18,606 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti leads by 84.9%. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 11.34 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1582 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	18,606+85%	10,064
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3584+40%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	11.34 TFLOPS+28%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1582 MHz	1733 MHz+10%
ROPs	88+38%	64
TMUs	224+40%	160
L1 Cache	1.3 MB+38%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	2.75 MB+38%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	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 1080 Ti comes with 11 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti offers 83.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 484 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 152.1% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. Bus width: 352-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 2.75 MB (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	11 GB+83%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5X	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	484 GB/s+152%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	352-bit+83%	192-bit
L2 Cache	2.75 MB+38%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) 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 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	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 1080 Ti) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd gen vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 4th gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
Recommended PSU	600W	400W-33%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	74.4+33%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $145, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 58.6% less ($85 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 128.3 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 30.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).