Radeon RX Vega M GL vs GeForce GTX 1060
Radeon RX Vega M GL
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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 RX Vega M GL is positioned at rank #208 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega M GL
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX Vega M GL uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega M GL 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 157.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega M GL.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-157.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+157.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 544.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+544.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX Vega M GL and GeForce GTX 1060
Radeon RX Vega M GL
The Radeon RX Vega M GL is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 931 MHz to 1011 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,906 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon RX Vega M GL scores 3,906 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 157.7%. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.588 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1011 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,906 | 10,064+158% |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 2560+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.588 TFLOPS | 8.873 TFLOPS+243% |
| Boost Clock | 1011 MHz | 1733 MHz+71% |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 80 | 160+100% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 960 KB+200% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon RX Vega M GL comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 179.2 GB/s (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 7.1% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1060. Bus width: 1024-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | HBM2 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 179.2 GB/s | 192 GB/s+7% |
| Bus Width | 1024-bit+433% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 6+50% | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 3.0 | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | UVD 6.3 | NVDEC (Pascal) |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon RX Vega M GL draws 65W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 93.9% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Integrated vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W-64% | 180W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 400W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 173mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 60.1+8% | 55.9 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon RX Vega M GL launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 545% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).
| Feature | Radeon RX Vega M GL | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-40% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $60-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.0 | 167.7+545% |
| Codename | Polaris 22 | GP104 |
| Release | February 1 2018 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #500 | #137 |
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