GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design 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 1080 with Max-Q Design

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

150%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

141%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

138%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

136%

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GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

97%

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Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

94%

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Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

86%

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 1080 with Max-Q Design is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 14.9% 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 1080 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+14.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-14.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ 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 1080 with Max-Q Design 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 1080 with Max-Q Design Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

The GeForce GTX 1080 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 1290 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,566 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

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design scores 11,566 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design leads by 14.9%. The GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 7.516 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1468 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	11,566+15%	10,064
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2560	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.516 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+18%
Boost Clock	1468 MHz	1733 MHz+18%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	160	160
L1 Cache	960 KB	960 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design	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 with Max-Q Design comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 33.3% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5X	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s+33%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.5	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 4.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 18.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	150W-17%	180W
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	0mm	173mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	77.1+38%	55.9