NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths
Equivalent Performance GPUs
Compare the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.
Generational Performance Gap
Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB within its class, visualized in FPS.
High-Tier GPU Upgrades
Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB for 4K or high-refresh gaming.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB vs Console performance in ELDEN RING
Important Notes on Console FPS Display
On this page, the console modes are mapped in the graphs as follows: 'Prioritize Frame Rate' = LOW, 'Prioritize Quality' = MED, and 'Ray Tracing' = HIGH. Since Ray Tracing cannot be toggled independently on consoles, direct comparisons with the PC version's RT On/Off settings are disabled. Please note that while the graphical fidelity between the PC and console versions is not strictly identical, they are compared here as equivalent quality levels.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB vs PlayStation
Comprehensive performance comparison against PlayStation series
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB vs Xbox
Comprehensive performance comparison against Xbox series
ELDEN RING x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB: Optimal Display Pairing
Sweet Spot Environment
The optimal configuration that most efficiently translates hardware performance into visual quality.
Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
Visual clarity scales differently depending on physical screen size. Use this matrix to check if your current or planned monitor pairs perfectly with this GPU.
| Resolution Class | FPS | 21" | 24" | 27" | 32" | 34" | 42" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | C 39 FPS | C FPS:C·PQ:S | C FPS:C·PQ:A | C FPS:C·PQ:B | C FPS:C·PQ:C | F FPS:C·PQ:F | F FPS:C·PQ:F |
| 1440p | F 23 FPS | F FPS:F·PQ:S | F FPS:F·PQ:S | F FPS:F·PQ:A | F FPS:F·PQ:B | F FPS:F·PQ:C | F FPS:F·PQ:F |
| 4K(2160p) | F 11 FPS | F FPS:F·PQ:S | F FPS:F·PQ:S | F FPS:F·PQ:S | F FPS:F·PQ:A | F FPS:F·PQ:B | F FPS:F·PQ:C |
FAQ: ELDEN RING x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
What is the optimal setting for playing ELDEN RING with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB?
A setting of "1080p / none Quality / FG: N/A" is the most practical choice. Since Ultra settings fall below 60FPS, lowering settings ensures a stable frame rate.
Can NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB run ELDEN RING on Ultra settings?
Ultra settings average 21 FPS. We recommend none settings to achieve 60FPS (52 FPS).
Can I play ELDEN RING at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB?
4K is not recommended for this setup. The game averages only 11 FPS at 4K even on Standard settings. We suggest playing at 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.
Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in ELDEN RING with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB?
No. Neither ELDEN RING nor NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB currently support Frame Generation features.
