Radeon 3100 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 Radeon 3100 is positioned at rank #727 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 Radeon 3100

#717

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

29343%

#719

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

26600%

#720

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

26530%

#724

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

24124%

#725

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

23959%

#727

Radeon 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $30

100%

#728

GeForce 6800 GT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

97%

#729

GeForce 7950 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $80

92%

#730

Mobility Radeon X1450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

89%

#731

MOBILITY RADEON X1800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

89%

#732

MOBILITY RADEON 9550

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

81%

#733

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

81%

#734

GeForce 6200

MSRP: $129|Avg: $10

78%

#736

GeForce FX 5500

MSRP: $37|Avg: $30

59%

#737

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

54%

#738

RADEON 9500

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

54%

#739

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

43%

#740

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

41%

#742

RADEON 9000

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

27%

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 Radeon 3100 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon 3100 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 13500% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 3100.

Insight	Radeon 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-13500%)	✅Leading raw performance (+13500%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 6700% better value per dollar than the Radeon 3100.

Insight	Radeon 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+6700%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

Radeon 3100 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 3100 and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon 3100

The Radeon 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 74 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 Radeon 3100 scores 74 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 13500%. The Radeon 3100 is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 3100) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (Radeon 3100) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1218 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	74	10,064+13500%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Pascal
Process Node	14 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	512	2560+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.247 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+612%
Boost Clock	1218 MHz	1733 MHz+42%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	32	160+400%
L1 Cache	128 KB	960 KB+650%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 3100	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	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 3100 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Radeon 3100) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 3100 draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 113% difference. The Radeon 3100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 3100) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	50W-72%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	1.5	55.9+3627%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 3100 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Radeon 3100 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.5 (Radeon 3100) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 6608% better value. The Radeon 3100 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).