RADEON X800 SE vs GeForce GTX 1060

RADEON X800 SE

2025Core: 1295 MHzBoost: 2900 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

RADEON X800 SE

130

0.0%

MOBILITY RADEON X700

Mobility Radeon X2500

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

10,064

+7641.5%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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 X800 SE is positioned at rank #719 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 X800 SE

#709

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

16703%

#711

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

15142%

#712

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

15102%

#716

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

13732%

#717

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

13638%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

100%

#720

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

85%

#721

Mobility Radeon HD 2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

78%

#722

GeForce 7800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

69%

#723

RADEON 9600SE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $65

65%

#724

Radeon X1200

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

63%

#725

Radeon 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

62%

#726

GeForce 6800

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

58%

#727

Radeon 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $30

57%

#728

GeForce 6800 GT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $40

55%

#729

GeForce 7950 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $80

52%

#730

Mobility Radeon X1450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

51%

#731

MOBILITY RADEON X1800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

51%

#732

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MSRP: $20|Avg: $5

46%

#733

MOBILITY RADEON 9550

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

46%

#734

GeForce 6200

MSRP: $129|Avg: $10

45%

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 X800 SE is significantly newer (2025 vs 2016). The RADEON X800 SE 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 7641.5% 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 X800 SE.

Insight	RADEON X800 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7641.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+7641.5%)
Longevity	RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) (4nm)	🛑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	📏 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 1835.4% better value per dollar than the RADEON X800 SE.

Insight	RADEON X800 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1835.4%)
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 X800 SE Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RADEON X800 SE and GeForce GTX 1060

RADEON X800 SE

The RADEON X800 SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 130 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 X800 SE scores 130 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 7641.5%. The RADEON X800 SE is built on RDNA 3.5 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 4 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (RADEON X800 SE) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 14.85 TFLOPS (RADEON X800 SE) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 2900 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	RADEON X800 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	130	10,064+7642%
Architecture	RDNA 3.5	Pascal
Process Node	4 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2560	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	14.85 TFLOPS+67%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2900 MHz+67%	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	160	160
L2 Cache	8 MB+300%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RADEON X800 SE	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 X800 SE 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: 8 MB (RADEON X800 SE) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the RADEON X800 SE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RADEON X800 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	6 GB+2300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	8 MB+300%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0b (RADEON X800 SE) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	RADEON X800 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	9_0b	12+33%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The RADEON X800 SE draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 106.4% difference. The RADEON X800 SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RADEON X800 SE) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 170mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	RADEON X800 SE	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	55W-69%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	170mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Perf/Watt	2.4	55.9+2229%

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Value Analysis

The RADEON X800 SE launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The RADEON X800 SE costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.7 (RADEON X800 SE) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1827.6% better value. The RADEON X800 SE is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2016).