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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£250
  • Avg. price in US: ~$300
  • VRAM: 6 GB
  • Memory bus width: 192 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 120 W

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

4.9

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%

4.4

Technical Score

10.0%

9.4

User score

Poor
4.4

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%

3.2

Performance

24.0%

3.1

Memory

12.0%

7.6

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.7

Platform & Features

5.0%

6.0

Design

4.0%

8.2

Connectivity & Media

Poor
9.4

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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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  • 3.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.3

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

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    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%

    1.3

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.8
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.3

    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%

    1.3

    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%

    1.3

    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 EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 is a mid-range graphics card built on NVIDIA's 16nm Pascal architecture, featuring 1,280 CUDA cores and 6GB of GDDR5 memory with a 192-bit interface and 192 GB/s bandwidth. It operates with a base clock of 1506 MHz and a boost clock of 1708 MHz, while its 120W TDP requires a single 6-pin power connector. Main pros include its highly efficient performance-per-watt, compact 6.8-inch form factor suitable for small builds, and excellent 1080p gaming capabilities with VR readiness. However, its main cons are the lack of SLI support for multi-GPU setups and a single-fan cooling design on standard models that can lead to higher noise levels compared to dual-fan variants.

Technical Specifications of EVGA GeForce GTX 1060

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%

3.2

Performance

24.0%

3.1

Memory

12.0%

7.6

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.7

Platform & Features

5.0%

6.0

Design

4.0%

8.2

Connectivity & Media

4.4
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a technical score of 4.41 points, which is lower than that of 85.6% 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%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

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9.4
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a user score of 9.41 points, which is higher than that of 89.6% of products in this category.
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.
10
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 77.9% 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%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

6.2
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is lower than 75.6% 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

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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

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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

4.375 TFLOPS
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 delivers 4.375 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 91.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.3% 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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

GDDR5
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85% of graphics cards and equal to 13.2% of graphics cards.
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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

192.2 GB/s
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 reaches 192.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 87% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.9% 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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

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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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

3
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% 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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

8.1 Gbps
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 50.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.5% of graphics cards.
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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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

120 W
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 draws 120 W under peak load, which is lower than 84.4% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% 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

400 W
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 recommends a 400 W PSU, which is lower than that of 91.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.5% 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

120 W
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a board power limit of 120 W, which is lower than that of 85.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1% of graphics cards.
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

120 W
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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

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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

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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
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

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EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 vs the average graphics card

  • 38.5% lower PSU requirement
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (400 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (400 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.400 W vs 650 W
  • 44.2% lower TDP
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
  • 14.4% faster VRAM clock
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,002 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,002 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.2002 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 45.5% lower board power limit
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.120 W vs 220 W
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • 17.6% higher user score
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.41 vs 8.000).
    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.
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.41 vs 8.000).9.41 vs 8
  • 2.12x cheaper
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£250 vs £530).
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£250 vs £530).£250 vs £530
  • 4.34x more popular
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 is more popular than the average graphics card (10.00 vs 2.303).
    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.
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 is more popular than the average graphics card (10.00 vs 2.303).10 vs 2.3
  • 14.4% faster VRAM clock
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (2,002 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 44.2% lower TDP
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (120 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 38.5% lower PSU requirement
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (400 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 45.5% lower board power limit
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.

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Power & Cooling
  • 31.6% lower boost clock speed
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,709 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 30 fewer compute units
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (10 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 104 fewer TMUs
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 68% lower texture rate
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (120.5 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 50.3% lower pixel rate
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (82 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 80.9% lower FP32 performance
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (4.4 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 21.6% lower base clock speed
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,506 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 16 fewer ROPs
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (48 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 99.8% lower FP16 performance
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 81.1% lower compute throughput
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (4.4 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 3,072 fewer FP32 units
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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.
  • 57.1% lower memory bandwidth
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (192.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 57.9% slower memory speed
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (8,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 95.3% smaller L2 cache
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (1.5 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 62.5% smaller L1 cache
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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.
  • No DLSS support
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • Older PCIe version
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 7 older
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,016 vs 2,023).
  • No AI upscalers
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • Older encoder generation
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
  • 79.9% fewer transistors
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • 2 fewer fans
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
  • No backplate
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
  • 31.6% lower boost clock speed
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,709 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,709 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1709 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 30 fewer compute units
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (10 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.10 vs 40
  • 2 fewer fans
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).1 vs 3
  • 3.2x larger process node
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
  • 6 GB less VRAM
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (80 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.80 vs 184
  • 68% lower texture rate
    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (120.5 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

    EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (120.5 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.120.5 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
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What customers like about EVGA GeForce GTX 1060?

  • Excellent 1080p performance, capable of maxing out most titles at high/ultra settings
  • Compact form factor makes it ideal for small cases and mini-ITX builds
  • Very power efficient with low operational wattage, making it compatible with many stock power supplies
  • Effective and quiet cooling performance; fans are often barely audible even under load
  • Reliable build quality with solid construction and a visually appealing design
  • Strong factory overclocks on specific models like the Superclocked (SC) and SSC versions

What customers dislike about EVGA GeForce GTX 1060?

  • No support for SLI (multi-GPU) configurations, limiting future upgrade paths
  • The 3GB VRAM variant may limit texture detail settings in more modern, demanding AAA titles
  • Potential cooling concerns on entry-level single-fan models (non-SC), which may experience higher temperatures compared to higher-tier versions
  • Lacks a backplate on some models, which may affect overall rigidity and aesthetic preference
  • Performance in modern DirectX 12 titles can be less competitive compared to equivalent AMD cards from the same era

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overclockers.com
27/10/2016
EVGA GTX 1060 FTW+ Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card Review

The EVGA GTX 1060 FTW+ Gaming ACX 3.0 is a premium 6GB mid-range card featuring a 10 power phase design and dual 8-pin connectors, offering excellent 1080p performance and high factory overclocks. Key strengths include the quiet, efficient ACX 3.0 cooler, customizable RGB lighting, a sturdy backplate, and full Precision XOC software support. However, the review notes that the Pascal...Read more

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fanbolt.com
13/10/2016
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 FTW: Let's Game

The EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 FTW+ 6GB graphics card delivers exceptional 1080p gaming performance, frequently pushing demanding titles like Gears of War 4 and Crysis 3 into highly fluid frame rates ranging between 70 and 80 FPS at Ultra settings. The reviewer noted that the card pairs flawlessly with an UltraWide (2560×1080) monitor, maintaining a steady 60 FPS average in modern...Read more

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babeltechreviews.com
17/08/2016
The EVGA GTX 1060 SC vs. the Founders Edition & vs. the RX 480

The EVGA GTX 1060 Superclocked (SC) Gaming Edition ($259) delivers excellent out-of-the-box performance that easily beats both the more expensive Nvidia Founders Edition ($299) and the similarly priced AMD Polaris RX 480 reference card in a 25-game benchmark suite at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. Featuring the compact ACX 2.0 single-fan cooling system, this factory-overclocked...Read more

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hexus.net
24/08/2016
Review: EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SC Gaming

The HEXUS review analyzes the EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SC Gaming, a compact 6GB graphics card retailing at £260. This card stands out due to its diminutive 173mm length, making it an exceptional fit for mini-ITX small-form-factor builds. Performance-wise, it provides a notable out-of-the-box factory overclock, boosting base and boost core frequencies to 1,607MHz and 1,835MHz...Read more

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tomshardware.com
21/03/2017
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SC Gaming Review

The EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 SC Gaming is an ultra-compact graphics card designed to match Nvidia's reference specifications within a significantly shortened 7¼-inch footprint, making it an excellent space-saving option for small-form-factor and mini-ITX HTPC enclosures. Built on a cost-efficient Taiwanese PCB, the card features a minimalist 3 power phase layout and a low-profile,...Read more

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hothardware.com
26/01/2017
EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 Gaming Review: Mini But Mighty Pascal

The EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 Gaming is a compact, dual-slot graphics card based on NVIDIA’s 16nm Pascal architecture (GP106 GPU) designed to deliver mainstream performance in a small form factor. It features 1,280 CUDA cores, 6GB of GDDR5 memory, a 192-bit interface, and matching stock reference clocks of 1506MHz base and 1708MHz boost. A major pro of this card is its highly compact...Read more

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legitreviews.com
19/07/2016
NVIDIA and EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 Video Card Review

The Legit Reviews hardware review covers the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB Founders Edition ($299) and the EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB SuperClocked ($259), both built on the 16nm Pascal GP106 architecture. The evaluation highlights impressive pros, noting that the GTX 1060 heavily dominates its direct competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 480, across most 1080p and 1440p gaming benchmarks, such...Read more

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computerbase.de
24. Oktober 2016
GeForce GTX 1060 im Test: Welche Partnerkarte ist die beste? If you want, tell me if you are looking for benchmark values or thermal test results spec...

In this review, ComputerBase evaluates eleven different custom and reference models of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 to find the best overall mid-range Pascal-generation graphics card. The MSI GeForce GTX 1060 Gaming X 6G claims the test victory by establishing itself as a phenomenal all-rounder. It delivers top-tier performance via high factory clock speeds while remaining virtually...Read more

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cowcotland.com
14/11/2016
Trois cartes graphiques EVGA GTX 1060 : Conclusion, page 13 HardWare.fr

The Cowcotland review evaluates three 6GB EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 models—a base version, Superclocked (SC), and For The Win (FTW)—highlighting excellent 1080p performance, high power efficiency, and compact designs, especially in the smaller variants. The premium FTW model stands out for its factory overclocking and efficient dual-fan ACX 3.0 cooler, while all cards leverage Nvidia's...Read more

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hardware.fr
10/01/2017
Radeon RX 470 4 Go vs GeForce GTX 1060 3 Go

Based on the comprehensive hardware review, the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB delivers 8% higher average performance than the custom Radeon RX 470 4GB, showcasing superior architecture efficiency, a significantly higher manual overclocking headroom ( % performance gain), and lower power consumption. Its low thermal output allows for compact, incredibly quiet single-fan designs—like the EVGA...Read more

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nexthardware.com
10/02/2017
Recensione ASUS ROG STRIX GeForce GTX 1060 OC (Test comparativo con EVGA X79)

The NextHardware review highlights the ASUS ROG Strix GeForce GTX 1060 OC as a premium, heavily overclocked card (up to 1898MHz) featuring the DirectCU III cooling system, which delivers exceptional thermal performance with a 0dB passive mode. Pros include high-quality build materials, customizable AURA RGB lighting, and superior performance for 1080p gaming. Drawbacks identified in...Read more

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