Radeon 820M vs GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon 820M

2024Boost: 2900 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon 820M

2,143

0.0%

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+369.6%

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 820M is positioned at rank #62 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 820M

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

96%

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

92%

#52

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

203%

#54

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

184%

#55

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

183%

#59

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

167%

#60

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

165%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

100%

#65

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

98%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

98%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

95%

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 820M is significantly newer (2024 vs 2016). The Radeon 820M 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 369.6% 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 820M.

Insight	Radeon 820M	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-369.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+369.6%)
Longevity	RDNA 3+ (2024) (4nm)	🛑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. Although it costs $60 (vs $25), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 95.7% better value per dollar than the Radeon 820M.

Insight	Radeon 820M	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+95.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️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 820M Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 820M and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon 820M

The Radeon 820M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 2 2024. It features the RDNA 3+ architecture. The boost clock speed is 2900 MHz. It has 128 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,143 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 820M scores 2,143 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 369.6%. The Radeon 820M is built on RDNA 3+ while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 4 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 128 (Radeon 820M) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon 820M	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	2,143	10,064+370%
Architecture	RDNA 3+	Pascal
Process Node	4 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	128	2560+1900%
Boost Clock	2900 MHz+67%	1733 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 820M	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 820M 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 820M	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

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Radeon 820M) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon 820M	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 4.0 (Radeon 820M) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: VCN 4.0 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (Radeon 820M) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Radeon 820M	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	VCN 4.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	VCN 4.0	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 820M draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The Radeon 820M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 820M) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon 820M	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)	80	—
Perf/Watt	71.4+28%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 820M costs 58.3% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.7 (Radeon 820M) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 95.7% better value. The Radeon 820M is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2016).