L2 vs GeForce GTX 1060

CPU

GPU

L2

2023Core: 1440 MHzBoost: 2520 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

275

5,467

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+84.1%

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 L2 is positioned at rank #254 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 L2

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

98%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

95%

#239

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5411%

#254

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500

100%

#255

FirePro W8100

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $200

100%

#256

Quadro K5200

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70

100%

#258

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

98%

#259

FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

98%

#260

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

97%

#261

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

97%

#262

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

97%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

94%

#265

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

92%

#266

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

92%

#267

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

92%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

91%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

90%

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 L2 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2016). The L2 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 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 84.1% 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 L2.

Insight	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-84.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+84.1%)
Longevity	Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) (5nm)	🛑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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $1,500 for the L2, it costs 96% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 4502.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+4502.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500)	✅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.

L2 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of L2 and GeForce GTX 1060

L2

The L2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 16 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1440 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 11776 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 275W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 92 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,467 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 L2 scores 5,467 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 84.1%. The L2 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 5 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 11,776 (L2) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 59.35 TFLOPS (L2) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	5,467	10,064+84%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Pascal
Process Node	5 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	11776+360%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	59.35 TFLOPS+569%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2520 MHz+45%	1733 MHz
ROPs	128+100%	64
TMUs	368+130%	160
L1 Cache	11.5 MB+1123%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	96 MB+4700%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The L2 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. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (L2) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the L2 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	96 MB+4700%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (L2) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12_2	12
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (L2) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1 (L2) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 8th Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The L2 draws 275W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 41.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (L2) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	L2	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	275W	180W-35%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	168mm	173mm
Height	69mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Perf/Watt	19.9	55.9+181%

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Value Analysis

The L2 launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $1500, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 96% less ($1440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 3.6 (L2) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 4558.3% better value. The L2 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2016).