GeForce GTX 460M SLI vs GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 460M SLI

2010Core: 675 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 460M SLI

1,393

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+622.5%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is positioned at rank #319 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 460M SLI

#309

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

779%

#311

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

707%

#312

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

705%

#316

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

641%

#317

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

636%

#319

GeForce GTX 460M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#320

GeForce 940A

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

99%

#323

Radeon RX 640

MSRP: $159|Avg: $55

98%

#326

Iris Pro Graphics P580

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

97%

#327

Radeon E8870PCIe

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

97%

#330

Arc Graphics 140T

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

92%

#331

Radeon 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

92%

#333

GeForce 730A

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

91%

#334

GeForce GT 745A

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 460M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 622.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-622.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+622.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1060 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 460M SLI Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460M SLI and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 460M SLI

The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,393 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 460M SLI scores 1,393 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 622.5%. The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,393	10,064+622%
Architecture	Fermi	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	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 460M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP4	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460M SLI draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 82.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460M SLI	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	75W-58%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	18.6	55.9+201%