Radeon RX 6850M XT 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.•
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Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 6850M XT

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

159%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

150%

#43

Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

148%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

145%

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

104%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

100%

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

91%

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

71%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

69%

#63

RadeonT RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600

64%

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 6850M XT is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The Radeon RX 6850M XT 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 6850M XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 72.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 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 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+72.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-72.4%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (RDNA 2.0 / 7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (12 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 6850M XT, it costs 93% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 673.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+673.4%)
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 6850M XT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 6850M XT and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon RX 6850M XT

The Radeon RX 6850M XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2321 MHz to 2581 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,350 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 6850M XT scores 17,350 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Radeon RX 6850M XT leads by 72.4%. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 13.21 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2581 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	17,350+72%	10,064
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2560	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	13.21 TFLOPS+49%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2581 MHz+49%	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	160	160
L1 Cache	512 KB	960 KB+88%
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 6850M XT 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 6850M XT	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 6850M XT comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Radeon RX 6850M XT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 125% advantage for the Radeon RX 6850M XT. Bus width: 192-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Radeon RX 6850M XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+100%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	432 GB/s+125%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	192-bit	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.2+2%	12
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 3.0 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: VCN 3.0 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	VCN 3.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	VCN 3.0	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 6850M XT draws 165W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 8.7% difference. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Mobile vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX 6850M XT	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	165W-8%	180W
Recommended PSU	650W	400W-38%
Power Connector	Mobile	6-pin
Length	0mm	173mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	105.2+88%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 6850M XT 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): 21.7 (Radeon RX 6850M XT) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 672.8% better value. The Radeon RX 6850M XT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).