AMD Radeon RX 6800M vs MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC differences in specs

Comparison of AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The AMD Radeon RX 6800M operates at a base clock speed of 2.300 GHz and has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory, while the MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC operates at a base clock speed of 2.300 GHz and has 3 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and 484 g respectively. The TDP of the AMD Radeon RX 6800M is 145 W, while that of the MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC is 120 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of AMD Radeon RX 6800M

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Higher clock speed

2.300 GHz 1.544 GHz+ 3 %

Around 33% better clock speed
More memory

12 GB 3 GB

75% more memory

Top features of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

AMD Radeon RX 6800M MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC

Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	AMD Radeon RX 6800M NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
GPU Chip	Navi 22 XTM GP106-300-A1
Execution units	40 9
Shader	2560 1152
Render Output Units	64 48
Texture Units	160 72

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	12 GB 3 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6 GDDR5
Memory Speed	2 GHz 2.002 GHz
Memory Bandwith	384 GB/s 192 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 192 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	2.300 GHz 1.544 GHz+ 3 %
Boost Clock	2.300 GHz 1.759 GHz+ 3 %
Avg (Game) Clock	2.300 GHz --
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	145 W 120 W
TDP (up)	165 W --
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	-- Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	-- 1 x 90 mm

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.3 2.2
HDMI Ports	-- 1x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	-- 3x DP v1.4
DVI Ports	-- 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_2 12_1
Raytracing	Yes No
DLSS / FSR	No No
LED	No LED lighting No LED lighting

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	Decode / Encode No
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode / Encode Decode
AV1	Decode No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	-- 188 mm
Height	-- 116 mm
Width	-- 40 mm
Width (Slots)	-- 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	-- 484 g

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of AMD Radeon RX 6800M and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 4.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 16
Release date	Q2/2021 Q3/2016
Structure size	7 nm 16 nm
Documents	data sheet data sheet