GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) 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. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is positioned at rank #48 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 980 (móvel)

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

98%

#38

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

184%

#40

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

167%

#41

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

167%

#45

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

151%

#46

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

150%

#48

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

100%

#49

GeForce 610M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

99%

#50

GeForce GTX 1650 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $75

99%

#53

GeForce GTX 980M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

96%

#54

GeForce GTX 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

94%

#57

GeForce 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

92%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

91%

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 36.6% 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 980 (móvel).

Insight	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-36.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+36.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 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 $150), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 241.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+241.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅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 980 (móvel) Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 21 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1064 MHz to 1216 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,366 points. Launch price was $395.82.

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 980 (móvel) scores 7,366 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 36.6%. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 4.358 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1216 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	7,366	10,064+37%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2048	2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.358 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+104%
Boost Clock	1216 MHz	1733 MHz+43%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	768 KB	960 KB+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	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 980 (móvel) 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: 224 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 16.7% advantage for the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel). Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	224 GB/s+17%	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 Ultimate (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) 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 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 Ultimate	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 (2nd Gen) (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC (2nd Gen) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (2nd Gen)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC (2nd Gen)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 57.1% difference. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	100W-44%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	73.7+32%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.1 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 241.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).