Head-to-head used GPU value

GeForce GTX 1060 5 GB vs GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB currently offers better used performance per dollar. Performance is effectively tied in the tracked relative score.

Prices updated Sep 2, 2026
Used price differenceGeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB is 20.1% lower
Performance differenceEffectively tied
Value differenceGeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB is 25.1% higher

Which GPU Should You Buy?

Current market, memory, and power differences that can change the better choice.

Best Used-Market Value

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB has the stronger tracked performance-per-dollar score at current used prices. GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB is about $14.7 cheaper.

VRAM And Longevity

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB includes 1 GB more VRAM. That can matter at higher texture settings, although capacity alone does not make a card faster.

Power And Upgrade Fit

Tracked board power is effectively tied or unavailable. Check the exact card model and recommended PSU before upgrading.

Price, Performance And Specification Comparison

Used price uses the latest median, then the 25th percentile or minimum as fallback.

MetricGeForce GTX 1060 5 GB GP106 | GDDR5 | 5 GBGeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB
Current used price$73.2$58.5
Current new price$149.9$399
Relative performance44
3DMark Time Spy--
Performance per used dollar0.0480.06
VRAM5 GB6 GB
Board power120 W120 W
ArchitecturePascalPascal
Release year20172018
Qualified sales515
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GeForce GTX 1060 5 GB GP106 | GDDR5 | 5 GB

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GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB GDDR5X GP104 | GDDR5X | 6 GB

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