Radeon RX 6800S 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. 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 RX 6800S

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

175%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

164%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

162%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

159%

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

114%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

110%

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

100%

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

78%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

76%

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

71%

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 RX 6800S is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The Radeon RX 6800S 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 Radeon RX 6800S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 57.4% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+57.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-57.4%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 2.0 / 7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
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. Priced at $60 versus $800 for the Radeon RX 6800S, it costs 93% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 747.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+747.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($800)	✅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 RX 6800S Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6800S and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon RX 6800S

The Radeon RX 6800S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1800 MHz to 2100 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 15,841 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 RX 6800S scores 15,841 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Radeon RX 6800S leads by 57.4%. The Radeon RX 6800S is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 8.602 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2100 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	15,841+57%	10,064
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2048	2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	8.602 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+3%
Boost Clock	2100 MHz+21%	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	512 KB	960 KB+88%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6800S is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 3 (Native)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 6800S comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Radeon RX 6800S offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 33.3% advantage for the Radeon RX 6800S. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	256 GB/s+33%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_2) (Radeon RX 6800S) 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 RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (12_2)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: RDNA 2 Media Engine (Radeon RX 6800S) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: RDNA 2 Media Engine vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Radeon RX 6800S) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	RDNA 2 Media Engine	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	RDNA 2 Media Engine	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6800S draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 57.1% difference. The Radeon RX 6800S is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon RX 6800S	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	100W-44%	180W
Recommended PSU	650W	400W-38%
Power Connector	Mobile	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	158.4+183%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6800S launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 92.5% less ($740 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.8 (Radeon RX 6800S) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 747% better value. The Radeon RX 6800S is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).