GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
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GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

8,160

August 15 2016
80 Watt
Pascal (2016−2021)

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.

Overview

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 15 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1708 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,160 points. Launch price was $237.11.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is positioned at rank #33 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

#23
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
160%
#25
145%
#26
144%
#30
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
131%
#31
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
130%
#33
GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#35
GeForce GTX 960M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
99%
#37
97%
#46
Radeon RX 5500M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100
88%
#48
GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
87%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) scores 8,160 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Mid-Range tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP106), manufactured on a 16 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1280 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 80 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 48 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 4.275 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1708 MHz from a base of 1506 MHz.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score8,160
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationPascal (2016−2021)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGP106
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient16 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute1280
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling80
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending48
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1708 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1506 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance4.275 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second133.6 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count4,400 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#343
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 192-bit memory bus, delivering 192 GB/s of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth192-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM192 GB/s
L1 Cache480 kB
L2 Cache1536 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12.1, Vulkan 1.1, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12.1
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.1
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 6.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportNone
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Internal — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 6.0, decoder: PureVideo HD VP8— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors4
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNVENC 6.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionPureVideo HD VP8
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel) draws 80 Watt under load (TDP) — a 500W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 85°C under load.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
TDPPower consumption under load80 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage500W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance0mm
Card Height0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load85°C
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Value Analysis

It holds Rank #33 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #343 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#33
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#343
Release DateAugust 15 2016
Release Year2016

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