Radeon X1600 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. The Radeon X1600 XT is positioned at rank #345 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 X1600 XT

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

12507%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

12016%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

11876%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

11855%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

11831%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

11764%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

11616%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

11572%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

11466%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

11434%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

11297%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

11272%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

11069%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

11062%

#329

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

13793%

#344

RADEON X800 GTO

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

100%

#345

Radeon X1600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

100%

#346

Radeon X1300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $49

100%

#347

Radeon X1800 GTO

MSRP: $249|Avg: $20

98%

#348

GeForce 7800 GT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $20

93%

#350

RADEON E2400

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

90%

#351

Radeon X1650 GTO

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

86%

#352

RADEON X800GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $10

86%

#353

RADEON X600 SE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

84%

#354

Radeon X1900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

84%

#355

RADEON X700

MSRP: $149|Avg: $10

84%

#356

GeForce G200

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

78%

#357

RADEON X700 PRO

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

72%

#359

GeForce 6500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

66%

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 X1600 XT uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon X1600 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 GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8575.9% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1600 XT.

Insight	Radeon X1600 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-8575.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+8575.9%)
Longevity	RDNA 2.0 (2020−2025) (7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2069% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1600 XT.

Insight	Radeon X1600 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2069%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️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 X1600 XT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1600 XT and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon X1600 XT

The Radeon X1600 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 28 2020. It features the RDNA 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1825 MHz to 2250 MHz. It has 5120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 116 points. Launch price was $999.

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 X1600 XT scores 116 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 8575.9%. The Radeon X1600 XT is built on RDNA 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 5,120 (Radeon X1600 XT) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 23.04 TFLOPS (Radeon X1600 XT) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2250 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon X1600 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	116	10,064+8576%
Architecture	RDNA 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	5120+100%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	23.04 TFLOPS+160%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2250 MHz+30%	1733 MHz
ROPs	128+100%	64
TMUs	320+100%	160
L1 Cache	1 MB+6%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1600 XT	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 X1600 XT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Radeon X1600 XT) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Radeon X1600 XT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon X1600 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1600 XT draws 300W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1600 XT) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon X1600 XT	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	300W	180W-40%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	0.4	55.9+13875%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon X1600 XT launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Radeon X1600 XT costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.7 (Radeon X1600 XT) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2077.9% better value. The Radeon X1600 XT is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).