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GeForce GTX 1060 vs GeForce GTX 1070

Quick Verdict

Performance-wise the GeForce GTX 1070 is out front, dramatically faster, roughly 57% up on the GeForce GTX 1060. Value tips toward the GeForce GTX 1060, though: $552 AED cheaper for what you get.

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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1060
Price
AED 675✓
Performance
7/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+1% Boost Clock (1,708 MHz vs 1,683 MHz)
AED 675Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 SC Graphics Card | 3GB GDDR5 | PCIe Gen3 | DisplayPort & HDMI & DVI Outputs | VR-Ready | Full-Height Compact Dual-Slot | Professional Gaming Workstation
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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1070
Price
AED 1,227
Performance
11/100✓
VRAM
8 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+50% CUDA Cores (1,920 vs 1,280)
+33% Bandwidth (256 GB/s vs 192 GB/s)
+33% Memory Bus (256-bit vs 192-bit)
AED 1,227Mllse NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Graphics Card, 8GB GDDR5, 256-Bit, PCIe 3.0 x16, 16nm, Gaming GPU for Desktop PC
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GeForce GTX 1070 vs GeForce GTX 1060: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1070 vs GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1070 is dramatically faster, around 57% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1070 packs 1,920 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1060.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GTX 1060 starts at $675 AED against $1,227 AED for the GeForce GTX 1070. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1060 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~16% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1060 still sits about $376 AED above its $299 AED MSRP. The GeForce GTX 1070 still sits about $848 AED above its $379 AED MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the lighter draw at 120W against the GeForce GTX 1070's 150W, making it the easier card to power and cool. The GeForce GTX 1070 draws more in absolute terms but squeezes out more performance per watt, so budget for a beefier PSU if you go that route.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX 1070's 8GB (vs 6GB on the GeForce GTX 1060) gives it more room for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative or AI workloads. The GeForce GTX 1070's memory is also faster — 256 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (256-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1060 or GeForce GTX 1070?

Choose the GeForce GTX 1070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1060 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1070 better than the GeForce GTX 1060?

The GeForce GTX 1070 is dramatically faster, roughly 57% ahead. The GeForce GTX 1060 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1060 or the GeForce GTX 1070?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at entry-level 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce GTX 1070 worth the extra $552 AED over the GeForce GTX 1060?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1060 comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce GTX 1070 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 8GB (vs 6GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1060 or GeForce GTX 1070?

Choose the GeForce GTX 1070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1060 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1060 and GeForce GTX 1070
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1070
ArchitecturePascalPascal
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 16nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,2801,920✓

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1060 and GeForce GTX 1070
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1070
Base Clock1,506 MHz1,506 MHz
Boost Clock1,708 MHz✓1,683 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1060 and GeForce GTX 1070
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1070
VRAM Capacity6 GB8 GB✓
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus192-bit256-bit✓
Memory Speed8 Gbps8 Gbps
Bandwidth192 GB/s256 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1060 and GeForce GTX 1070
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1070
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W✓150 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJul 2016Jun 2016