GeForce GTX 1060 3GB

MSI GAMING GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GDRR5 192-bit HDCP Support DirectX 12 Dual Fan VR Ready OC Graphics Card (GTX 1060 3GT OC)

EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB SC GAMING, ACX 2.0 (Single Fan), 3GB GDDR5, DX12 OSD Support (PXOC), 03G-P4-6162-KR

ASUS GeForce GTX 1060 3GB Dual-Fan OC Edition Graphics Card (DUAL-GTX1060-O3G)

The GTX 1060 3GB graphics card was released in 2016 by Nvidia. It was designed as a budget-friendly option for gamers who wanted to play the latest games at high graphics settings and 1080p resolution without breaking the bank. The release of the GTX 1060 3GB was met with great anticipation, as it offered a balance between affordability and performance that was unmatched at the time. The card quickly gained popularity among gamers, and its release was considered a significant milestone in the mid-range graphics card market.

GTX 1060 3GB Release Date

The GTX 1060 3GB is a mid-range graphics card that was released in 2016. It offers a significant boost in performance over its predecessor, the GTX 960, thanks to its improved architecture and increased VRAM capacity. The GTX 1060 3GB has a power consumption of 120W, which is relatively low for a graphics card of its performance class. The card features 3GB of GDDR5 VRAM, which is sufficient for running modern games at 1080p resolution with high settings. The GTX 1060 3GB also supports Nvidia's G-Sync technology, which helps to eliminate screen tearing and provides a smoother gaming experience. <ul> <li>Architecture: Pascal</li> <li>Process Size: 16 nm</li> <li>Transistors: 4,400 million</li> <li>Bus Interface: PCIe 3.0 x16</li> <li>Compute Units: 9</li> <li>Stream Processors: 1152</li> <li>Texture Units: 72</li> <li>ROP Units: 48</li> <li>Base Clock: 1506 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1708 MHz</li> <li>Memory Speed: 2002 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 3 GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Bus: 192 bit</li> <li>Bandwidth: 192.2 GB/s</li> <li>Power Connectors: 1x 6-pin</li> <li>TDP: 120 W</li> </ul>

GTX 1060 3GB Specs

Gaming Bench

Benchmark

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Cyberpunk 2077

Forza Horizon 5

God of War

Counter Strike 2

Red Dead Redemption 2

Resident evil 4

GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

Gigabyte Gv-N165SWF2OC-4GD GeForce GTX 1650 Super Windforce OC 4G Graphics Card, 2X Windforce Fans, 4GB 128-Bit GDDR6, Video Card

GeForce GTX 980

The GTX 980 was officially released on September 18, 2014. This release marked the introduction of the second generation Maxwell architecture, which brought significant improvements in power efficiency compared to the previous generation Kepler architecture. The GTX 980 was the first of the new series of graphics cards to be released by NVIDIA, followed by the GTX 970.

GTX 980 Release Date

The GTX 980 was a high-end graphics card released by Nvidia in 2014, along with the GTX 970. It featured 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM, which was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the GTX 780. The GTX 980 also had a lower power consumption of 165 watts, making it a more energy-efficient option compared to other high-end graphics cards at the time. With its impressive VRAM and power efficiency, the GTX 980 was a popular choice for gamers who required high-quality graphics and smooth performance. Here are the key specifications for the GTX 980: <ul> <li>GPU Clock: 1126 MHz</li> <li>Memory Clock: 1750 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 4GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 4096 x 2160</li> <li>Power Consumption: 165 watts</li> <li>DirectX: 12.0</li> <li>OpenGL: 4.5</li> <li>TDP: 165 watts</li> <li>Outputs: 1x DVI, 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort</li> </ul>

GTX 980 Specs

EVGA GeForce GTX 980 4GB GAMING,Silent Cooling Graphics Card 04G-P4-2980-KR

Iceberg Tech

Review & Benchmark

Radeon RX 7800 XT

PowerColor Twin Fan AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT 16GB GDDR6

GIGABYTE Radeon RX 7800 XT Gaming OC 16G Graphics Card, 3X WINDFORCE Fans 16GB 256-bit GDDR6, GV-R78XTGAMING OC-16GD Video Card

GIGABYTE Radeon RX 7800 XT Gaming OC 16GB Graphics Card - 16GB GDDR6 256-bit, Windforce Cooling System, Metal Back Plate, DP 2.1, HDMI 2.1, AMD RDNA 3 Architecture, GV-R78XTGAMING OC-16GD

Testing Games

Benchmark RX 7800 XT vs RTX 4070

Test in 10 Games

Radeon RX 6900 XT

PowerColor Red Devil AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT Ultimate Gaming Graphics Card with 16GB GDDR6 Memory, Powered by AMD RDNA 2, HDMI 2.1

ASUS TUF Gaming AMD Radeon™ RX 6900 XT OC Edition Graphics Card (PCIe 4.0, 16GB GDDR6, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a, Dual Ball Fan Bearings, All-Aluminum Shroud, Reinforced Frame, GPU Tweak II)

Sapphire 11308-08-20G Toxic AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT Extreme Edition PCIe 4.0 Gaming Graphics Card with 16GB GDDR6

BENCHMARKS FOR GAMERS

Test in 11 Games | 1080p 2021

Radeon RX 7900 GRE

Sapphire Nitro+ AMD Radeon™ RX 7900 GRE Gaming OC 16GB GDDR6 Dual HDMI/Dual DP

Games Choices

Test in 25 Games 

Radeon RX 580

The RX 580 was first released in 2017 and was marketed as an improved version of the RX 480. It was manufactured using a 14nm process and offered improved performance and power efficiency compared to its predecessor. The RX 580 was also notable for being one of the first graphics cards to support AMD's Radeon Chill technology, which helps reduce power consumption and heat output during less demanding gaming sessions. While the RX 580 is no longer a top-of-the-line option, it remains a popular choice for budget-conscious gamers looking for a reliable and capable GPU.

RX 580 Release Date

It has a power consumption of around 185 watts and comes with a 8GB GDDR5 VRAM. The RX 580 is equipped with a clock speed of up to 1340 MHz and features AMD's Polaris 20 graphics processor. With its high-quality components, the RX 580 can deliver smooth and seamless gameplay for both casual and hardcore gamers. Here is a list of the RX 580 specs: <ul> <li>Architecture: Polaris 20</li> <li>Core Clock: 1257 MHz</li> <li>Boost Clock: 1340 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 8 GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Clock: 2000 MHz</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 7680 x 4320</li> <li>Power Connectors: 1x 8-pin</li> </ul>

RX 580 Specs

51RISC Radeon RX 580 8GB Graphics Card, GDDR5 256bit 2048SP VR Ready DisplayPort HDMI Video Card for Gaming (RX 580 8GB)

GeForce RTX 5070

GIGABYTE WindForce GeForce RTX 5070 12GB GDDR7 PCI Express 5.0 ATX Graphics Card GV-N5070WF3-12GD

ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 Solid OC DLSS 4 12GB GDDR7 192-bit 28 Gbps PCIE 5.0 Gaming Graphics Card, IceStorm 2.0 Cooling, Spectra RGB Lighting, ZT-B50700J-10P

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB	3869	$239
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	4702	$279
GeForce GTX 980	4367	$369

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Radeon RX 7800 XT	19839	$599
Radeon RX 6900 XT	20621	$799
Radeon RX 7900 GRE	21644	$849

RX 580 vs RTX 5070

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 580

AMD Equivalent to RTX 5070

Is RX 580 better than RTX 5070?