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GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

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Only verified data for GeForce GT 1030 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 800% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030. The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop is the cheaper option by $3 GBP.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GT 1030
Price
£70
Performance
1/100
VRAM
2 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop
Price
£67✓
Performance
9/100✓
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+300% Bandwidth (192 GB/s vs 48 GB/s)
+233% CUDA Cores (1,280 vs 384)
+200% Memory Bus (192-bit vs 64-bit)
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GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop vs GeForce GT 1030: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop vs GeForce GT 1030

The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop is dramatically faster, around 800% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop packs 1,280 CUDA cores versus 384 on the GeForce GT 1030.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop currently lists from $67 GBP, $3 GBP less than the GeForce GT 1030 at $70 GBP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the GeForce GT 1030 is the gentler choice at 30W versus 80W. The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 80W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop carries 6GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GT 1030. The extra 4GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop's memory is also faster — 192 GB/s versus 48 GB/s (192-bit vs 64-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GT 1030 or GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop?

The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop is the faster card by about 800%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop better than the GeForce GT 1030?

The GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop is dramatically faster, roughly 800% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GT 1030 or the GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop?

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 GT 1030 worth the extra $3 GBP over the GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop?

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

Does the GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 6GB (vs 2GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GT 1030GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop
ArchitecturePascalPascal
Process NodeSamsung 14nmTSMC 16nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)3841,280✓
Ray Tracing Cores—0
Tensor / AI Cores—0

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GT 1030GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop
Base Clock1,227 MHz1,404 MHz✓
Boost Clock1,468 MHz1,670 MHz✓

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GT 1030GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop
VRAM Capacity2 GB6 GB✓
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus64-bit192-bit✓
Memory Speed6 Gbps8 Gbps✓
Bandwidth48 GB/s192 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GT 1030GeForce GTX 1060 Laptop
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP30 W✓80 W
Power ConnectorsNoneNone
ReleasedMay 2017Aug 2016
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