GeForce GTX 580M vs GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 580M

2011Core: 620 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 580M

100

1,878

0.0%

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

10,064

+435.9%

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 580M is positioned at rank #176 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 580M

#166

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

347%

#168

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

314%

#169

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

314%

#173

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

285%

#174

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

283%

#176

GeForce GTX 580M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#177

GeForce GTX 860M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

99%

#179

Radeon R9 360

MSRP: $99|Avg: $55

98%

#180

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $65

98%

#181

GeForce GTX 460M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

97%

#182

Radeon 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

97%

#183

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

96%

#185

Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

96%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

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 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 435.9% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 580M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 580M	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-435.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+435.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
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 580M Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 580M and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 580M

The GeForce GTX 580M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 620 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,878 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.

⚡

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 580M scores 1,878 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 435.9%. The GeForce GTX 580M is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 580M) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.9523 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 580M) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,878	10,064+436%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.9523 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+832%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	64	160+150%
L1 Cache	512 KB	960 KB+88%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M	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

💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 580M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 96 GB/s (GeForce GTX 580M) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 100% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1060. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 580M) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	96 GB/s	192 GB/s+100%
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 580M) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.0	4.5+13%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 580M) 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 580M) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M	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

🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 580M draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 57.1% difference. The GeForce GTX 580M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 580M) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580M	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	100W-44%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	95°C	—
Perf/Watt	18.8	55.9+197%