RTX A1000 Mobile
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

RTX A1000 Mobile vs GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

RTX A1000 Mobile

2022Core: 630 MHzBoost: 1140 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 RTX A1000 Mobile is positioned at rank #174 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 RTX A1000 Mobile

#47
Radeon RX 6700S
MSRP: $479|Avg: $300
100%
#164
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
344%
#166
312%
#167
311%
#171
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
283%
#172
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
281%
#174
RTX A1000 Mobile
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#177
GeForce GTX 860M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
98%
#179
Radeon R9 360
MSRP: $99|Avg: $55
97%
#180
97%
#181
GeForce GTX 460M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40
97%
#182
Radeon 6750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25
96%
#183
GeForce GT 525M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
95%
#185
Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
95%
#187
GeForce MX550
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
95%
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 RTX A1000 Mobile is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The RTX A1000 Mobile 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 6.4% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A1000 Mobile.

InsightRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-6.4%)
Leading raw performance (+6.4%)
Longevity
Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 RTX A1000 Mobile and GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

RTX A1000 Mobile

The RTX A1000 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 630 MHz to 1140 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,463 points.

NVIDIA

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 RTX A1000 Mobile scores 9,463 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 6.4%. The RTX A1000 Mobile is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (RTX A1000 Mobile) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 4.669 TFLOPS (RTX A1000 Mobile) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1140 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
9,463
10,064+6%
Architecture
Ampere
Pascal
Process Node
8 nm
16 nm
Shading Units
2048
2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.669 TFLOPS
8.873 TFLOPS+90%
Boost Clock
1140 MHz
1733 MHz+52%
ROPs
32
64+100%
TMUs
64
160+150%
L1 Cache
2 MB+113%
0.94 MB
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce 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
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTX A1000 Mobile comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
6 GB+50%
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit
192-bit+50%
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX A1000 Mobile) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
DirectX
12.2+2%
12
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6+2%
4.5
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (RTX A1000 Mobile) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (RTX A1000 Mobile) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
Encoder
7th Gen NVENC
NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder
5th Gen NVDEC
NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode)
H.264,H.265/HEVC
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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A1000 Mobile draws 60W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 100% difference. The RTX A1000 Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RTX A1000 Mobile) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
TDP
60W-67%
180W
Recommended PSU
500W
400W-20%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
0mm
173mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
157.7+182%
55.9
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Value Analysis

The RTX A1000 Mobile is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2016).

FeatureRTX A1000 MobileGeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$249
Avg Price (30d)
$60
Codename
GA107
GP104
Release
March 30 2022
May 27 2016
Ranking
#277
#137