P106-090 vs GeForce GTX 860M SLI
P106-090
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The P106-090 is positioned at rank 184 and the GeForce GTX 860M SLI is on rank 280, so the P106-090 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar P106-090
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 860M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 860M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the P106-090.
| Insight | P106-090 | GeForce GTX 860M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (250mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 860M SLI 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of P106-090 and GeForce GTX 860M SLI
P106-090
The P106-090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 31 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1354 MHz to 1531 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,466 points.
GeForce GTX 860M SLI
The GeForce GTX 860M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock speed is 1029 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The P106-090 scores 2,466 and the GeForce GTX 860M SLI reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P106-090 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 860M SLI uses Maxwell, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (P106-090) vs 1,280 (GeForce GTX 860M SLI).
| Feature | P106-090 | GeForce GTX 860M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,466 | 2,500+1% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 1280+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | P106-090 | GeForce GTX 860M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | P106-090 | GeForce GTX 860M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The P106-090 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 860M SLI's 120W — a 46.2% difference. The P106-090 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-090) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 860M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | P106-090 | GeForce GTX 860M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-38% | 120W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 250mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 60°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 32.9+58% | 20.8 |
Value Analysis
The P106-090 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).
| Feature | P106-090 | GeForce GTX 860M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $389 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | — |
| Codename | GP106 | — |
| Release | July 31 2017 | March 12 2014 |
| Ranking | #639 | #457 |
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