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)

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

EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB SSC GAMING ACX 3.0, 3GB GDDR5, LED, DX12 OSD Support Graphic Card (03G-P4-6167-KR)

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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GeForce GTX 980

PNY GeForce GTX 980 4GB CG EDITION Graphics Card

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

Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 4GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 SLI DVI/HDMI/DP Gaming Graphics Card Advanced GPU

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

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GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

EVGA GeForce GTX 1650 Super SC Ultra Gaming, 4GB GDDR6, Dual Fan, Metal Backplate, 04G-P4-1357-KR

Arc A750

Sparkle Intel Arc A750 ROC OC Edition, 8GB GDDR6, 2X DBB 100mm Fan, 2.5-Slot, Metal Backplate, SA750R-8GOC

Arc B570

Sparkle Intel Arc B570 Guardian OC Graphics Card, 10GB GDDR6, Torn Cooling 2.0, Axial Fan, Breathing Light, Metal Backplate, SB570G-10GOC

GeForce RTX 5060

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 5060 WINDFORCE OC 8G Graphics Card, 8GB 128-bit GDDR7, PCIe 5.0, WINDFORCE Cooling System, GV-N5060WF2OC-8GD Video Card

PNY NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 5060 8GB Overclocked Dual Fan Graphics Card (DLSS 4, PCIe® 5.0, HDMI®/DP 2.1, 2-Slot)

ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 5060 AMP DLSS 4 8GB GDDR7 128-bit 28 Gbps PCIE 5.0 Gaming Graphics Card, IceStorm 2.0 Cooling, ZT-B50600F-10M

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

SHOWKINGS Radeon RX 580 8GB Graphics Card, 256Bit 2048SP GDDR5 AMD Video Card for Pc Gaming, DP HDMI DVI-Output, PCI Express 3.0 with Dual Fan for Office and Gaming

Radeon RX 6750 XT

ASRock AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT Challenger Pro 12GB OC GDDR6 192-bit 0dB Silent Cooling Graphics Card 7680 x 4320 DisplayPort HDMI Overclocked 18 Gbps

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NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB	3869	$239
GeForce GTX 980	4367	$248
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	4702	$312

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
Arc A750	12451	$229
Arc B570	12547	$259
GeForce RTX 5060	13632	$299

RX 580 vs RX 6750 XT

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 580

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 6750 XT

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