Performance Analytics

Metric-Specific Performance Chart

A multi-dimensional performance analysis of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, categorized by core hardware metrics to visualize its standing relative to peers.
EFFPERFVRAMBANDARCH
Global Score RankTop 75%
EFF
#74
PERF
#74

Efficiency (W PERF)

Compute power per 1W. Higher efficiency leads to lower heat and more stable operation.

Raw Power (TFLOPS)

Theoretical peak compute power. A pure indicator of floating-point performance (TFLOPS).

Video Memory (VRAM)

Total VRAM capacity. Provides headroom for high-resolution textures and heavy workloads.

Bandwidth (GB/s)

Data transfer speed between GPU and VRAM. Crucial for large dataset handling.

Arch Efficiency

Architectural sophistication. A metric of practical performance per 1 TFLOPS of compute power.

Release Generation

2016 Contemporary Class

A snapshot of hardware from the 2016 generation, when NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB debuted as part of a significant technological shift in performance.
Model
EFFpts/w
PERFtflops
VRAMGB
BANDGB/s
ARCHscore
TDPW
GeForce GTX 1080
0.34
8.9
8
320
7
180W
GeForce GTX 1070
0.32
6.5
8
256
7
150W
Radeon RX 480 8GB
0.20
5.8
8
256
5
150W
Radeon RX 480 4GB
0.20
5.8
4
256
5
150W
Radeon RX 470 4GB
0.24
4.9
4
256
6
120W
Radeon RX 470 8GB
0.24
4.9
8
256
6
120W
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
0.29
4.4
6
192
8
120W
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
0.25
3.9
3
192
8
120W
Radeon RX 460
0.18
2.1
2
128
6
75W
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
0.27
2.1
4
128
10
75W
GeForce GTX 1050 2GB
0.19
0.0
2
128
14
75W
Verified Performance

Games on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB

Playable verdict & estimated FPS for game titles on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
Directive 8020
Survival Horror

Directive 8020

Surprisingly forgiving for UE5, but turning on RT/PT makes a high-end GPU non-negotiable.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
DOOM: The Dark Ages
FPS

DOOM: The Dark Ages

GPU and VRAM are critical, but steep RAM and SSD requirements make this demanding across the board.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
007 First Light
Stealth Action

007 First Light

An 8GB mid-range GPU is your absolute baseline. RAM usage is brutal—dump your budget into both.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Paralives
Life Sim

Unlike typical life sims, this GPU-heavy game demands prioritizing both RAM and VRAM.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core
FPS

Smooth on handhelds and ancient GPUs, but it's CPU-heavy. Aim a tier above recommended.

ANALYSIS
A
GRADEADVANCED
Details
Subnautica 2
Survival

Subnautica 2

The official recommended specs are a trap. Without FSR support, non-NVIDIA users need serious high-end horsepower.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Windrose
Open World Action

Windrose

CPU and RAM requirements hit much harder than the GPU. A balanced rig is non-negotiable.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Forza Horizon 6
Racing

True to its 'king of optimization' title, the GPU load is incredibly light. Older cards can still pull high fps if you tweak your resolution.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Genshin Impact
Action RPG

Mid-range GPUs lock 1080p/60fps maxed out. Focus on single-core CPU muscle to kill stutters.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
VALORANT
Tactical FPS

Runs on standard laptops, but pushing competitive frames demands a solid CPU and GPU.

ANALYSIS
S
GRADESUPREME
Details
Fortnite
Battle Royale

Playable on a standard laptop for casuals, but competitive players should aim for a mid-range rig or better.

ANALYSIS
A
GRADEADVANCED
Details
Alan Wake 2
Survival Horror

Alan Wake 2

A notorious 2023 hardware killer, but a visual masterpiece if you have the horsepower to push it.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Remnant II
Action RPG

Remnant II

A highly demanding UE5 title built around upscaling. Older-gen GPUs will seriously struggle.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
ARC Raiders
Extraction Shooter

Embark Studios nailed the optimization: it's shockingly easy to run for a late-2025 UE5 release.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Gray Zone Warfare
Tactical Shooter

Gray Zone Warfare

Massive performance gains. Recommended specs finally deliver a stable experience.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
SILENT HILL 2
Survival Horror

SILENT HILL 2

A demanding UE5 heavyweight. Raw GPU power isn't enough; ample VRAM and Frame Gen support are make-or-break.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Bodycam
FPS

Bodycam

An absolute GPU-crusher. Experiencing its signature photorealism means a top-tier GPU is non-negotiable.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Cities: Skylines II
Simulation

Cities: Skylines II

Top-tier CPU and GPU are non-negotiable. Pushing 100k+ pop requires blowing past the official specs.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Forza Horizon 5
Racing

An old entry-level GPU gets you by, but high res and max settings demand a modern mid-range card.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Street Fighter 6
Fighting

Flawless casual play on entry-level rigs. But for competitive grinds, aim for mid-range or higher to completely eradicate 1% lows.

ANALYSIS
A
GRADEADVANCED
Details
Resident Evil 4 Remake
Survival Horror

For 1080p, you can lock in a stable 60fps even on GPUs slightly below official specs. Even at 4K, a modern mid-tier GPU gets the job done.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON
Action

The optimization is excellent, but maintaining a rock-solid framerate during effect-heavy, chaotic combat requires at least a solid mid-range rig.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Metro Exodus

Even by modern standards, this 2019 title hits hard. Don't just rely on your GPU; you need a capable CPU to avoid bottlenecks.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Black Myth: Wukong
Action RPG

Black Myth: Wukong

Aim for a GPU that punches above the official recommended specs to natively clear 1080p/Medium/60fps, then use frame gen and upscaling for extra headroom—not as a crutch.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
DEATH STRANDING 2 ON THE BEACH
Action Adventure

The engine optimization is phenomenal. You can achieve peak immersion and smooth framerates natively without having to rely on upscaling crutches.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Hades II
hades

Incredibly lightweight. Runs flawlessly across a massive range of hardware, including everyday laptops.

ANALYSIS
S
GRADESUPREME
Details
Hogwarts Legacy
Open World Action

Even mid-range GPUs from a few generations back can lock in 60fps at 1080p High. But if you want 4K or Ray Tracing, you need a higher-tier card with a hefty VRAM buffer.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition
Open World Action

Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition

Heavier than the Zero Dawn Remastered due to the 'Burning Shores' DLC. Treat the official specs as the bare minimum and aim a tier higher.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
PRAGMATA
Action

Surprisingly lightweight: locks 60fps at 1080p/Medium on recommended specs and breezes through Ultra on high-end gear.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT
Action Adventure

The Director's Cut pushes harder than the original. Don't skimp on your GPU, tune your 'Streaming Memory,' and you're set for the ultimate porter experience.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII
strategy

Civ VII still heavily taxes your CPU late-game, but massive visual upgrades mean you can't neglect your GPU. Balance your build.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Resident Evil Requiem
Survival Horror

The RE Engine's incredible optimization means even entry-level GPUs can run it. Step up to a mid-range card or better, and ray tracing or high-res gaming is fully on the table.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Open World Action

Actually, the system requirements are exactly the same as the sequel, Horizon Forbidden West. It's an older title, but the hardware demands are definitely not low.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT
Open World Action

Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT

While a PS4/PS5 native, the PC port is masterfully optimized to the point of being fully playable even on handheld.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Open World Action

Perfectly optimized and flexible. High-end visuals scale beautifully, but Ray Tracing still carries a heavy hardware tax.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
Action Adventure

An entry-level rig will easily hit the 60fps cap at 1080p, but pushing 4K or max settings absolutely requires a mid-range GPU or better.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Action RPG

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor

A massive performance hog that dwarfs its predecessor. A mid-range GPU is your absolute baseline, and a high-end CPU is non-negotiable for a smooth experience.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Cyberpunk 2077
Open World Action

Cyberpunk 2077

Major updates have hiked the system requirements, yet the game remains surprisingly scalable—even playable on handhelds. That said, if you’re chasing peak visuals, be warned: this is one of the most punishing heavyweights in PC gaming.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Apex Legends
Battle Royale

It's surprisingly easy to run, but the hardware demands scale aggressively depending on your target resolution and framerate.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Dragon's Dogma 2
Action RPG

Dragon's Dogma 2

Official mid-range specs run fine, but the heavy open-world/NPC logic demands a beefier CPU than recommended.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
ELDEN RING
Action RPG

To maximize stability, aim for a GPU above official recommendations paired with a mid-to-high tier CPU, 32GB of RAM, and an NVMe SSD.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Open World Action

Surprisingly light, but you'll still need recommended hardware to eliminate stutters on high settings.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details
Monster Hunter Rise
Hunting Action

Comfortable performance on specs a tier below World—and several tiers below Wilds.

ANALYSIS
B
GRADEBALANCED
Details
Monster Hunter Wilds
Hunting Action

Monster Hunter Wilds

Comfortable even on midrange hardware—but CPU/GPU balance matters.

ANALYSIS
E
GRADEUNPLAYABLE
Monster Hunter: World
Hunting Action

On a modern PC, World feels far smoother and sharper than it did at launch—and it remains a classic that’s still very playable even with budget used parts.

ANALYSIS
C
GRADECOMPETENT
Details