Maxwell GPU Surface Book vs GeForce GTX 1060

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

30

3,311

0.0%

10,064

+204.0%

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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book is positioned at rank #230 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

98%

#220

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

492%

#222

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

446%

#223

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

445%

#227

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

404%

#228

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

402%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

100%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

98%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

97%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

95%

#239

Arc Graphics 130T

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

94%

#240

GeForce MX570 A

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

94%

#242

GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

92%

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 204% 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book.

Insight	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-204%)	✅Leading raw performance (+204%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
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 $75), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 279.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+279.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)	✅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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book and GeForce GTX 1060

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book scores 3,311 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 204%. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	3,311	10,064+204%
Architecture	Maxwell	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Boost Clock	993 MHz	1733 MHz+75%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book 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. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo VP6 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo VP6	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	30W-83%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	0mm	173mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	110.4+97%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 20% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.1 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 280.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).