GeForce GTX 1060 3GB

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 1650 SUPER

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

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Cyberpunk 2077

Forza Horizon 5

God of War

Counter Strike 2

Red Dead Redemption 2

Resident evil 4

GeForce GTX 1060

MSI GAMING GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDRR5 192-bit HDCP Support DirectX 12 Dual Fan VR Ready OC Graphics Card (GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OCV1)

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GeForce RTX 4070 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti was released on January 3rd, 2023. This high-performance GPU is built on the 5 nm process and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, ensuring compatibility with all modern games and upcoming features such as hardware-raytracing and variable-rate shading.

RTX 4070 Ti Release Date

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is based on the AD104 graphics processor, featuring 7680 shading units, 240 texture mapping units, and 80 ROPs. It also includes 240 tensor cores and 60 raytracing acceleration cores, making it ideal for machine learning applications and raytracing support. The GPU operates at a frequency of 2310 MHz, which can be boosted up to 2610 MHz, and is paired with 12 GB GDDR6X memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The card has a dual-slot design, draws power from a 16-pin connector, and has a maximum power draw of 285 W. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, and it connects to the system via a PCI-Express 4.0 x16 interface. The card's dimensions are 285 mm x 112 mm x 42 mm, and it features a dual-slot cooling solution. The launch price for the RTX 4070 Ti was 799 US Dollars. <br><br><b>Specs:</b><ul><li>Graphics Processor: AD104-400-A1</li><li>Process: 5 nm</li><li>Shading Units: 7680</li><li>Texture Mapping Units: 240</li><li>ROPs: 80</li><li>Tensor Cores: 240</li><li>Raytracing Acceleration Cores: 60</li><li>Memory: 12 GB GDDR6X</li><li>Memory Interface: 192-bit</li><li>GPU Frequency: 2310 MHz (boostable to 2610 MHz)</li><li>Memory Frequency: 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective)</li><li>Power Connector: 1x 16-pin</li><li>Power Draw: 285 W</li><li>Display Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a</li><li>Interface: PCI-Express 4.0 x16</li><li>Dimensions: 285 mm x 112 mm x 42 mm</li><li>Cooling Solution: Dual-slot</li><li>Launch Price: 799 US Dollars</li></ul>

RTX 4070 Ti Specs

PNY GeForce RTX™ 4070 Ti 12GB Verto Triple Fan Graphics Card DLSS 3

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RTX 4070 Ti vs 3080 Benchmark

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB GDDR7 PCI Express 5.0 Graphics Card RTX 5070 TI 16G VENTUS 3X OC

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)

GeForce RTX 4080

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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

XFX Radeon RX 580 GTS XXX Edition 1386MHz OC+, 8GB GDDR5, VR Ready, Dual BIOS, 3xDP HDMI DVI, AMD Graphics Card (RX-580P8DFD6)

Radeon RX 7900 XT

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

XFX Speedster MERC310 AMD Radeon RX 7900XT Ultra Gaming Graphics Card with 20GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 3 RX-79TMERCU9

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40 GAMES at 1440P 2023

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB	3869	$235
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	4702	$239
GeForce GTX 1060	4215	$329

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti	22706	$799
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti	27871	$999
GeForce RTX 4080	28063	$1498

RX 580 vs RX 7900 XT

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 580

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 7900 XT

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