T1000 8GB vs GeForce GTX 1060

T1000 8GB

2021Core: 1065 MHzBoost: 1395 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

T1000 8GB

7,674

0.0%

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 1050 3GB

GeForce GTX 770

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1080

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+31.1%

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 T1000 8GB is positioned at rank #94 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 T1000 8GB

#49

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

99%

#50

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF Edition

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1750

98%

#51

RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $2015

96%

#52

RTX A1000

MSRP: $749|Avg: $500

94%

#54

Radeon Pro 5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $250

93%

#55

Quadro P4000

MSRP: $815|Avg: $290

91%

#79

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

962%

#94

T1000 8GB

MSRP: $500|Avg: $380

100%

#99

Quadro K620

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#100

Tesla K20Xm

MSRP: $7699|Avg: N/A

96%

#105

Quadro T2000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

91%

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 T1000 8GB uses modern memory architecture. The T1000 8GB 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 31.1% 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 T1000 8GB.

Insight	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-31.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+31.1%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $380 for the T1000 8GB, it costs 84% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 730.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+730.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($380)	✅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.

T1000 8GB Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of T1000 8GB and GeForce GTX 1060

T1000 8GB

The T1000 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 6 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1065 MHz to 1395 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,674 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 T1000 8GB scores 7,674 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 31.1%. The T1000 8GB is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 896 (T1000 8GB) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.5 TFLOPS (T1000 8GB) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1395 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	7,674	10,064+31%
Architecture	Turing	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	896	2560+186%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.5 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+255%
Boost Clock	1395 MHz	1733 MHz+24%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	56	160+186%
L1 Cache	896 KB	960 KB+7%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	T1000 8GB	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	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The T1000 8GB 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. L2 Cache: 1 MB (T1000 8GB) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (T1000 8GB) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7.0 (T1000 8GB) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP9 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (T1000 8GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 7.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP9	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The T1000 8GB draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 113% difference. The T1000 8GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (T1000 8GB) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 156mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	T1000 8GB	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	50W-72%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	156mm	173mm
Height	69mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	153.5+175%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The T1000 8GB launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $380, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 84.2% less ($320 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 20.2 (T1000 8GB) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 730.2% better value. The T1000 8GB is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).