GeForce GTX 680MX vs GeForce GTX 1060

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 680MX

2012Core: 720 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 680MX

122

3,799

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+164.9%

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 680MX is positioned at rank #79 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 680MX

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

94%

#69

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

229%

#71

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

207%

#72

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

207%

#76

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

188%

#77

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

187%

#79

GeForce GTX 680MX

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#82

Arc 7-Core iGPU

MSRP: $199|Avg: N/A

99%

#87

Radeon RX 560 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

96%

#92

Radeon RX 550 (móvel)

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

93%

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 164.9% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 680MX.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680MX	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-164.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+164.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
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 680MX Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680MX and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 680MX

The GeForce GTX 680MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 23 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,799 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 680MX scores 3,799 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 164.9%. The GeForce GTX 680MX is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	3,799	10,064+165%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1536	2560+67%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	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 680MX comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 20% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1060. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	160 GB/s	192 GB/s+20%
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Kepler) (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC (Kepler) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-1,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (Kepler)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC (Kepler)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-1,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680MX draws 122W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 38.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 680MX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.