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

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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

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Radeon RX 7900 XT

XFX Radeon RX 7900XT Gaming Graphics Card with 20GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 3 RX-79TMBABF9

Sapphire 11323-01-40G Nitro+ AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT Vapor-X Gaming Graphics Card with 20GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 3

ASRock AMD Radeon™ RX 7900 XT Phantom Gaming 20GB OC Graphics Card 320 Bit 7680 x 4320 0dB Silent Cooling 3 x DisplayPort™ 2.1 GDDR6 1 x HDMI™ 2.1 20Gbps PCI Express 4.0

SAPPHIRE Radeon RX 7900 XT 20GB GDDR6 PCI Express 4.0 Video Card 21323-01-20G

Ancient Gameplays

40 GAMES at 1440P 2023

Radeon RX 9070

SAPPHIRE PULSE Radeon RX 9070 16GB GDDR6 PCI Express 5.0 x16 ATX Graphics Card 11349-03-20G

PowerColor Hellhound AMD Radeon RX 9070 16GB GDDR6

Radeon RX 9070 XT

ASRock AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT Steel Legend 16GB White GPU 20Gbps GDDR6 256Bit (3rd Gen RT 2nd Gen AI Accelerators) PCIe5.0 800W 2x8-pin Triple Fan DP2.1a HDMI2.1b Graphics Card 2.9 Slot

PowerColor Hellhound AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB GDDR6

XFX Quicksilver AMD Radeon RX 9070XT White Gaming Edition with 16GB GDDR6 HDMI 3xDP, AMD RDNA 4 RX-97TQICKW9

XFX Quicksilver Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB 256-Bit GDDR6 PCI-Express 5.0 RDNA 4 Graphics Card RX-97TQICKB9

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 Ti

GIGABYTE WindForce GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB GDDR7 PCI Express 5.0 ATX Graphics Card GV-N507TWF3-16GD

ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX ™ 5070 Ti 16GB GDDR7 OC Edition Gaming Graphics Card (PCIe® 5.0, HDMI®/DP 2.1, 3.125-slot, Military-Grade Components, Protective PCB Coating, axial-tech Fans)

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 7900 XT	25617	$699
Radeon RX 9070	26856	$699
Radeon RX 9070 XT	29992	$849

RX 580 vs RTX 5070 Ti

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 580

AMD Equivalent to RTX 5070 Ti

Is RX 580 better than RTX 5070 Ti?