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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£340
  • Avg. price in US: ~$330
  • VRAM: 6 GB
  • Memory bus width: 192 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 120 W

ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

4.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.7

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

3.5

Performance

24.0%

2.9

Memory

12.0%

9.4

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.3

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.8

Design

4.0%

7.1

Connectivity & Media

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 3.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.9
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.9
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.3
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.4

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC is a premium mid-range graphics card based on the 16nm Pascal architecture, featuring 1,280 CUDA cores and 6GB of GDDR5 memory on a 192-bit interface. It is factory-overclocked to a boost clock of 1,847 MHz in Gaming Mode and up to 1,873 MHz in OC Mode, delivering significant performance gains over reference models for 1080p and 1440p gaming. Key characteristics include the DirectCU III cooling system with triple wing-blade fans for 30% cooler and 3x quieter operation, Aura RGB lighting for customisation, and VR-friendly dual HDMI 2.0 ports alongside two DisplayPort 1.4 outputs. Its main pros are its robust build quality, excellent thermal management, and high out-of-the-box clock speeds. However, notable cons include its large physical footprint (nearly 30cm long), the lack of SLI support common to all 1060 models, and a higher launch price that initially positioned it close to more powerful GTX 1070 offerings.

Technical Specifications of ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

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Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

4.7
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a technical score of 4.72 points, which is lower than that of 81% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

5.9
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.9 points, which is lower than 83.9% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

4,400 points
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC scores 4400 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 83.6% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

N/A
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

4.728 TFLOPS
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC delivers 4.728 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 90.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

6 GB
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has 6 GB of VRAM, which is less than 82.7% of graphics cards and equal to 5.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

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Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

192 bit
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC uses a 192 bit memory bus, which is narrower than that of 50.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 18.8% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

197 GB/s
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC reaches 197 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 86.9% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

12.1
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports DirectX 12.1, which is older than on 87.7% of graphics cards and equal to 4.9% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

2
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC offers 2 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 79.2% of graphics cards and equal to 10.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

120 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a TDP of 120 W, which is lower than that of 83.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

127 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC draws 127 W under peak load, which is lower than 83.4% of graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

500 W
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC recommends a 500 W PSU, which is lower than that of 76.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 9.6% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

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PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

298 mm
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC is 298 mm long, which is longer than 55.3% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.7% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

134 mm
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC is 134 mm tall, which is taller than 65% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.7% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

816 g
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC weighs 816 g, which is lighter than 69.2% of graphics cards.
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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC vs the average graphics card

  • 44.2% lower TDP
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (120 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (120 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.120 W vs 215 W
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.500 W vs 650 W
  • 17.3% faster VRAM clock
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,052 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    What it is: Speed at which the GPU memory operates
    When it matters: When you want more context on how quickly the card's VRAM can move data.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,052 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.2052 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    What it is: Number of DVI display outputs available
    When it matters: When you still use an older monitor that depends on DVI.

    Importance: LOW

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • 17.3% faster VRAM clock
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,052 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 44.2% lower TDP
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (120 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.

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  • 30 fewer compute units
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (10 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 25.1% lower boost clock speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,873 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 104 fewer TMUs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 65.6% lower texture rate
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (129.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 52.9% lower pixel rate
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (77.8 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 15.6% lower base clock speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,620 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 16 fewer ROPs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 61.2% lower gaming score
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (4,400 points vs 11,337 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 11,337 points.
  • 79.5% lower compute throughput
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (4.7 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 68.2% lower FP64 performance
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 0.4651 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.4651 TFLOPS.
  • 3,072 fewer FP32 units
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (1,280 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • 56% lower memory bandwidth
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (197 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 56.8% slower memory speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,208 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 62.5% smaller L1 cache
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (48 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 3.2x larger process node
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • Older PCIe version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 7 older
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,016 vs 2,023).
  • No mesh shaders
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • Older OpenCL version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports an older OpenCL version than the average graphics card (1.2 vs 3.0).
  • Older DirectX version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12.1 vs 12 Ultimate).
  • No sampler feedback
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 79.9% fewer transistors
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (4,400 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • No AV1 encoding
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 1 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
  • No AV1 decoding
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • 7 mm higher card profile
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC is taller than the average graphics card (134 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 12.63 mm longer card length
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC is longer than the average graphics card (298 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 30 fewer compute units
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (10 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (10 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.10 vs 40
  • 3.2x larger process node
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.16 nm vs 5 nm
  • 25.1% lower boost clock speed
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,873 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,873 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1873 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (6 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.6 GB vs 12 GB
  • 64 bit narrower memory bus
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
    What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
    When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a narrower memory bus than the average graphics card (192 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.192 bit vs 256 bit
  • 104 fewer TMUs
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
    When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.80 vs 184
  • 65.6% lower texture rate
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (129.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (129.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.129.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • 56% lower memory bandwidth
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (197 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
    When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

    Importance: HIGH

    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (197 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.197 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
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What customers like about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC?

  • Excellent cooling performance with over-engineered thermal solutions that keep the card around 60°C under load.
  • Whisper-quiet operation, with fans that often remain off during low-load or idle periods.
  • Strong 1080p and capable 1440p gaming performance, significantly outperforming the Founders Edition out of the box.
  • Aesthetic appeal featuring customizable Aura RGB lighting and a premium metal backplate.
  • Unique features like ASUS FanConnect (on-board fan headers controlled by GPU temps) and dual HDMI ports for VR headsets.

What customers dislike about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC?

  • High price premium compared to other GTX 1060 models, often nearing the cost of the more powerful GTX 1070.
  • Very large physical footprint (approx. 11 inches) which may not fit in smaller PC cases.
  • Limited additional overclocking headroom because it is already pushed close to its limit by the factory OC.
  • No SLI support, which is a standard limitation of the GTX 1060 series but noted by users as a drawback for future upgrades.
  • Software bloat or inconsistencies noted when using multiple overclocking utilities.

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rog.asus.com
17/11/2016
ROG Strix GTX 1060 review and gaming performance tested

The ROG Strix GTX 1060 (6GB Overclocked Edition) delivers strong gaming performance at a 5760x1080p resolution across several tested titles, proving to be a highly capable option for budget-conscious builders. In real-world benchmarks, the card achieves impressive fluid gameplay with an average of 122+ FPS in Battlefield 4, 132+ FPS in TitanFall, and 112+ FPS in Need for Speed (Most...Read more

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vortez.net
20/01/2017
ASUS ROG STRIX GTX 1060 Review

The ASUS ROG STRIX GTX 1060 (OC Edition) stands out as one of the fastest and most premium mid-range graphics cards of its generation, heavily praised by reviewers for its top-tier out-of-the-box performance. Built with a generous factory overclock pushing the base engine clock to 1645 MHz and a boost clock up to 1873 MHz, the card delivers excellent framerates across modern DirectX...Read more

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overclock3d.net
19/07/2016
ASUS GTX 1060 Strix Review

The ASUS GTX 1060 Strix, analyzed on Overclock3D, features the premium DirectCU III cooler, which delivers excellent thermal performance for the power-efficient GPU. The card boasts a high-end, full-length PCB design that provides a robust aesthetic, diverging from smaller, standard mid-range cards. Conversely, a notable drawback is the lack of LED illumination on the Republic of...Read more

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enostech.com
31/08/2016
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce® GTX 1060 Review

The EnosTech review of the ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 highlights the card as a high-performance, mid-range gaming solution, delivering over 70+ FPS at 1440p on Ultra settings, backed by exceptionally low operating temperatures in the mid-50s°C. Its advanced triple-fan design offers superior cooling capabilities to maintain stability during intense gaming sessions. However, the...Read more

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bit-tech.net
27/07/2016
Asus GeForce GTX 1060 Strix OC Review | bit-tech.net

The Asus GeForce GTX 1060 Strix OC is a premium, factory-overclocked graphics card that commands a significant price premium, retailing at roughly £100 more than basic GTX 1060 models. In return for this extra investment, the card delivers the highest out-of-the-box speeds available for this GPU, clocking at a base of 1,645MHz and a boost of 1,873MHz when switched to its...Read more

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techpowerup.com
09/09/2016
ASUS GTX 1060 STRIX OC 6 GB Review - TechPowerUp

The ASUS GTX 1060 STRIX OC 6 GB is highlighted as a high-performance, factory-overclocked card featuring a robust triple-fan cooler with idle-fan-off functionality, Aura RGB lighting, and specialized FanConnect headers. It delivers excellent 1080p and capable 1440p gaming, while including VR-friendly dual-HDMI ports. However, the card commands a high price premium and its 30 cm...Read more

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techporn.ph
21/09/2016
ASUS ROG GTX 1060 STRIX OC Edition Review

The ASUS ROG GTX 1060 STRIX OC Edition is a premium, factory-overclocked graphics card featuring the mid-range GP106 Pascal GPU, a 1620 MHz core clock, and an 1848 MHz boost clock. Built on a non-reference design with a true 6 VRM power phase, this massive 11.73-inch card utilizes the triple 90mm fan DirectCU III cooling solution to deliver exceptional thermal and acoustic balance....Read more

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m.hexus.net
21/07/2016
Review: Asus ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC - HEXUS.net

The Asus ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC is a premium graphics card built like a tank that delivers an eight percent factory overclock right out of the box. It features a large 298mm cooling system with three 90mm fans, four direct-contact heatpipes, a full-length backplate, and Aura RGB LEDs. Performance is strong, pushing core frequencies up to 1,620MHz base and 1,848MHz boost,...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
10/08/2016
Drei Modelle der GeForce GTX 1060 von ASUS, EVGA und Inno3D im Test

This 2016 review from Hardwareluxx evaluates three custom NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics cards built on the 16 nm Pascal (GP106) architecture: the ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC, the EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SC Gaming, and the Inno3D GeForce GTX 1060 Gaming OC. All three models improve upon NVIDIA's Founders Edition by integrating higher out-of-the-box base and boost clock rates...Read more

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techtesters.eu
04/11/2016
ASUS ROG Strix GTX 1060 OC - Techtesters

The review authored by Stephan on Techtesters evaluates the ASUS ROG Strix GTX 1060 6GB OC (specifically model STRIX-GTX-1060-O6G-GAMING), a graphics card positioned for high-performance gaming across standard and high definitions. Built with a factory overclock that delivers roughly 10% faster standard speeds, the GPU is systematically tested across 1080p, 1440p, 4K, and DirectX 12...Read more

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