Radeon 680M vs GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon 680M

2023Core: 2000 MHzBoost: 2200 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon 680M

3,836

0.0%

10,064

+162.4%

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 Radeon 680M is positioned at rank #331 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 680M

#321

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

849%

#323

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

770%

#324

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

767%

#328

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

698%

#329

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

693%

#331

Radeon 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

100%

#333

GeForce 730A

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

100%

#334

GeForce GT 745A

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

97%

#335

GeForce 710A

MSRP: $35|Avg: $62

97%

#336

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

#338

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#340

RADEON HD6410D

MSRP: $35|Avg: $5

95%

#341

GeForce 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

94%

#342

Radeon R7 M465X

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

93%

#344

GeForce 830A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 680M is significantly newer (2023 vs 2016). The Radeon 680M 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 162.4% 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 Radeon 680M.

Insight	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-162.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+162.4%)
Longevity	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (6nm)	🛑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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $80 for the Radeon 680M, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 249.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+249.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)	✅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.

Radeon 680M Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 680M and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon 680M

The Radeon 680M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2000 MHz to 2200 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 12 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,836 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 680M scores 3,836 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 162.4%. The Radeon 680M is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 6 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 768 (Radeon 680M) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 3.379 TFLOPS (Radeon 680M) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2200 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	3,836	10,064+162%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	6 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	768	2560+233%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.379 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+163%
Boost Clock	2200 MHz+27%	1733 MHz
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	48	160+233%
L1 Cache	256 KB	960 KB+275%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 680M	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 680M 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: System vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	192 GB/s
Bus Width	System	192-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (Radeon 680M) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12_2	12
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 3.1 (Radeon 680M) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: VCN 3.1 vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	VCN 3.1	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	VCN 3.1	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 680M draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 113% difference. The Radeon 680M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 680M) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon 680M	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	50W-72%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	1mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Perf/Watt	76.7+37%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 25% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.0 (Radeon 680M) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 249.4% better value. The Radeon 680M is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2016).