EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP vs MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC differences in specs

Comparison of EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP and MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP operates at a base clock speed of 1.290 GHz+ 5 % and has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, while the MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC operates at a base clock speed of 1.290 GHz+ 5 % and has 3 GB of GDDR5 memory. The weights differ at -- and 484 g respectively. The TDP of the EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP is 30 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 MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC

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Higher clock speed

1.544 GHz+ 3 % 1.290 GHz+ 5 %

Around 16% better clock speed
More memory

3 GB 2 GB

33% more memory

Top features of EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP 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	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
GPU Chip	GP106-300-A1 GP108-300-A1
Execution units	9 3
Shader	1152 384
Render Output Units	48 16
Texture Units	72 24

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	3 GB 2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5 GDDR5
Memory Speed	2.002 GHz 1.502 GHz
Memory Bandwith	192 GB/s 48 GB/s
Memory Interface	192 bit 64 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.544 GHz+ 3 % 1.290 GHz+ 5 %
Boost Clock	1.759 GHz+ 3 % 1.544 GHz+ 5 %
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP 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	120 W 30 W
PCIe-Power	1 x 6-Pin --

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP, 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 Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	1 x 90 mm 1 x 50 mm

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 2
HDCP-Version	2.2 2.2
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.0b 1x HDMI v2.0b
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4 --
DVI Ports	1 1

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP 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_1 12_1
Raytracing	No 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 MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP. 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
VP8	No No
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	No No

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP 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 169 mm
Height	116 mm 69 mm
Width	40 mm --
Width (Slots)	2 PCIe-Slots 2 PCIe-Slots
Weight	484 g --

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of MSI GeForce GTX 1060 3G OC and EVGA GeForce GT 1030 SC LP, 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 3.0 x 16 PCIe 3.0 x 4
Release date	Q3/2016 Q2/2017
Structure size	16 nm 14 nm
Part-no	-- 02G-P4-6333-KR
Documents	data sheet data sheet