GeForce GTX TITAN Z vs GeForce GTX 1060
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 14.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX TITAN Z offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-14.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+14.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 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 $400), it costs 85% less, resulting in a 661.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+661.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) | ✅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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX TITAN Z and GeForce GTX 1060
GeForce GTX TITAN Z
The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 28 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 705 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 5760 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,811 points. Launch price was $2,999.
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 TITAN Z scores 8,811 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 14.2%. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 5,760 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 5.046 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 876 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 8,811 | 10,064+14% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 5760 ×2+125% | 2560 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 5.046 TFLOPS ×2 | 8.873 TFLOPS+76% |
| Boost Clock | 876 MHz | 1733 MHz+98% |
| ROPs | 48 ×2 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 240 ×2+50% | 160 |
| L1 Cache | 240 KB | 960 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | 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 TITAN Z comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 336 GB/s x2 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 1651% advantage for the GeForce GTX TITAN Z. Bus width: 384-bit x2 vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+100% | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s x2+75% | 192 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit x2+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.0 | 1.3+30% |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 1st gen vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 1st gen | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st gen | NVDEC (Pascal) |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX TITAN Z draws 375W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 70.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 375W | 180W-52% |
| Recommended PSU | 700W | 400W-43% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 173mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 23.5 | 55.9+138% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX TITAN Z launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $400, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 85% less ($340 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.0 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 662.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN Z | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $249-92% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $400 | $60-85% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.0 | 167.7+662% |
| Codename | GK110B | GP104 |
| Release | May 28 2014 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #300 | #137 |
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