Comparison
GTX 1060 5GB vs GTX 1060 3GB
The GTX 1060 5GB is 1.0% faster than GTX 1060 3GB in synthetic benchmark and 63.1% less expensive on the retail market.
3DMark Performace
3908
+1.0%
3DMark Performace
3869
Video Memory
5 GB
+66.7%
Video Memory
3 GB
Power Consumption
120WPower Consumption
120WEfficiency
33
+3.1%
Efficiency
32
Release Date
2017
Release Date
2016
MSRP
$
MSRP
199 $
+Infinity%
Is GTX 1060 5GB better than GTX 1060 3GB?
When considering value for money, GTX 1060 5GB offers a better deal than, GeForce GTX 1060 3GB by 66.7%.
The GTX 1060 5GB is more energy-efficient considering its performance, having power consumption of 120 watts and a 3DMark score of 3908. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 33. GTX 1060 3GB's efficiency score is 32 .So GTX 1060 5GB leads by 3.1%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power consumption.