Radeon X1900 GT 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 X1900 GT is positioned at rank #354 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 X1900 GT

#1

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

MSRP: $399|Avg: $280

14804%

#2

GeForce RTX 5060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

14222%

#3

Radeon RX 5600 XT

MSRP: $279|Avg: $180

14057%

#4

Radeon RX 9060

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

14033%

#5

GeForce RTX 5050

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

14004%

#6

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

MSRP: $249|Avg: $150

13924%

#7

Arc A580

MSRP: $179|Avg: $179

13749%

#8

Radeon RX 9060 XT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13698%

#9

Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13571%

#10

Radeon RX 7600

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

13535%

#11

Radeon RX 6600

MSRP: $329|Avg: $180

13371%

#12

GeForce RTX 4060

MSRP: $299|Avg: $299

13343%

#13

Arc B570

MSRP: $219|Avg: $219

13102%

#14

Arc B580

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

13094%

#338

Radeon R5 430 OEM

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $13

16327%

#353

RADEON X700

MSRP: $149|Avg: $10

100%

#354

Radeon X1900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

100%

#355

RADEON X600 SE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

100%

#356

GeForce G200

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

92%

#357

RADEON X700 PRO

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

86%

#358

GeForce 6500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

78%

#360

RADEON X800 GT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $15

69%

#361

GeForce 6600

MSRP: $270|Avg: $10

65%

#362

RADEON 9550

MSRP: $129|Avg: $30

55%

#363

Radeon X1600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $49

51%

#364

GeForce FX 5700LE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

51%

#365

GeForce PCX 5750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

47%

#366

GeForce FX 5700

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

43%

#367

RADEON X800 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $20

41%

#368

RADEON X800 XL

MSRP: $349|Avg: $15

41%

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 X1900 GT is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The Radeon X1900 GT 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 6793.2% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (6 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon X1900 GT.

Insight	Radeon X1900 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6793.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+6793.2%)
Longevity	RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (5nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+2300%)
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 $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2197.7% better value per dollar than the Radeon X1900 GT.

Insight	Radeon X1900 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2197.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️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 X1900 GT Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon X1900 GT and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon X1900 GT

The Radeon X1900 GT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 3 2022. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1387 MHz to 2394 MHz. It has 5376 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 146 points. Launch price was $899.

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 X1900 GT scores 146 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 6793.2%. The Radeon X1900 GT is built on RDNA 3.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 5 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 5,376 (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 51.48 TFLOPS (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2394 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon X1900 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	146	10,064+6793%
Architecture	RDNA 3.0	Pascal
Process Node	5 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	5376+110%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	51.48 TFLOPS+480%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2394 MHz+38%	1733 MHz
ROPs	192+200%	64
TMUs	336+110%	160
L1 Cache	3 MB+219%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon X1900 GT	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 X1900 GT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Radeon X1900 GT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon X1900 GT	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	6 GB+2300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon X1900 GT draws 300W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Radeon X1900 GT	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	0.5	55.9+11080%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon X1900 GT launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Radeon X1900 GT costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.3 (Radeon X1900 GT) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2197.3% better value. The Radeon X1900 GT is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).