AMD Radeon R9 380 vs NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB)
The Radeon R9 380 has 9% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
The Radeon R9 380 has 37% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT.
Summary
About the AMD Radeon R9 380 GPU
The AMD Radeon R9 380 is an end-of-life desktop graphics card that released in Q2 2015 with a MSRP of $199. It is built on the GCN 3.0 GPU microarchitecture (codename Antigua) and is manufactured on a 28 nm process.
Memory
The R9 380 has 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, with a 1,375 MHz memory clock and a 256 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 176 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The R9 380 includes 1,792 stream processors (SPs), the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 970 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 112 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 32 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The R9 380 occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports DVI, HDMI 1.4a, DisplayPort 1.2 display connections. AMD recommends a power supply of at least 450 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 190 W.
Benchmark Performance & Value
The R9 380 has the 179th best 3DMark 11 Performance GPU score among the 566 benchmarked GPUs in our database. It achieves 9.39% of the performance of the best benchmarked GPU, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its 12,191 score and $199 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 61.26. This is the 63rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
About the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) GPU
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) is an end-of-life desktop graphics card that released in Q3 2016 with a MSRP of $199. It is built on the Pascal GPU microarchitecture (codename GP106) and is manufactured on a 16 nm process.
Memory
The GTX 1060 has 3 GB of GDDR5 memory, with a 2,002 MHz memory clock and a 192 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 192.2 Gb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The GTX 1060 includes 1,152 CUDA cores, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 1,506 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 1,708 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 72 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 48 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The GTX 1060 occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4a display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 300 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 120 W.
General Info
General overview of the GPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | NVIDIA |
| Architecture | GCN 3.0 | Pascal |
| Market Segment | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Date | Q2 2015 | Q3 2016 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $199 | $199 |
| Production Status | End-of-life | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Gaming Performance
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FPS Benchmarks
This table showcases the average frame rate (FPS) achieved both GPUs in at various resolutions. Frame rate is a crucial indicator of how smoothly the GPU can run the game. A higher FPS generally translates to a smoother gameplay experience.
- Frames Per Second
The Witcher 3 | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Low - 720p | 144 FPS | -- |
| Medium - 768p | 90 FPS | -- |
| High - 1080p | 51 FPS | -- |
| Ultra - 1080p | 30 FPS | -- |
| QHD - 1440p | -- | -- |
| 4K UHD - 2160p | 19 FPS | -- |
Compare Frames Per Second (FPS)
The average frame rate (FPS) in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, higher FPS results in a smoother gameplay experience.
| GPU | Frames Per Second | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) | 29 | +57% |
| Radeon R9 290X | 28.4 | +54% |
| Radeon RX 570 | 27.7 | +50% |
| Radeon RX 480 | 27.2 | +47% |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 26 | +41% |
| Radeon R9 380 | 18.5 | |
| GeForce GTX 680 | 16 | -14% |
| GeForce GTX 1050 | 15.3 | -17% |
| GeForce GTX 950 | 12.7 | -31% |
Compare Cost Per Frame
The average cost per frame in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. Generally, a lower cost per frame implies better value for your money.
| GPU | Cost Per Frame | |
|---|---|---|
| Radeon RX 570 | 6.1 | -43% |
| GeForce RTX 2060 | 6.8 | -37% |
| GeForce GTX 1050 | 7.12 | -34% |
| Radeon RX 480 | 8.42 | -22% |
| GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) | 10.31 | -4% |
| Radeon R9 380 | 10.76 | |
| GeForce GTX 970 | 11.31 | +5% |
| GeForce GTX 950 | 12.52 | +16% |
| Radeon R9 390X | 14.74 | +37% |
| Radeon R9 FURY | 15.29 | +42% |
Benchmark Performance
The Radeon R9 380 has 9% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
Radeon R9 380's 12,191 performance score ranks it 179th among the other benchmarked GPUs in our database.
The Radeon R9 380 has 94% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090.
Radeon R9 380's 61.26 performance per dollar ranks it 63rd among the other benchmarked GPUs in our database.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
| GPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Radeon R9 290X | 16,167.5 | +33% |
| GeForce GTX 970 | 16,033 | +32% |
| GeForce GTX 780 Ti | 15,619 | +28% |
| Arc A380 | 13,892 | +14% |
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 13,645 | +12% |
| Radeon R9 380 | 12,191 | |
| Radeon R9 280X | 10,792 | -11% |
| GeForce GTX 960 | 10,767.5 | -12% |
| GeForce GTX 680 | 10,216.5 | -16% |
| GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | 9,453 | -22% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| GPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 91.58 | +49% |
| GeForce GTX 1050 | 78.63 | +28% |
| Radeon RX 480 | 78.25 | +28% |
| GeForce RTX 2060 | 77.83 | +27% |
| GeForce GTX 1050 Ti | 68.01 | +11% |
| Radeon R9 380 | 61.26 | |
| GeForce GT 1030 | 59.84 | -2% |
| GeForce GTX 1060 (6 GB) | 58.2 | -5% |
| Radeon R7 370 | 57.17 | -7% |
| GeForce GTX 960 | 54.11 | -12% |
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both GPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics | -- | 3,832 |
| 3DMark Cloud Gate Graphics | 50,723 | -- |
| 3DMark Fire Strike Standard Graphics | 8,218 | -- |
| 3DMark 11 Performance Score | 11,264 | -- |
| PassMark G3D Mark | 6,137 | 9,805 (+59.77%) |
| PassMark G2D Mark | 661 | 770 (+16.49%) |
Technical Specs
Graphics Processor
General information about the graphics processing unit like their architecture, manufacturing process size, and transistor count. Newer GPU architectures generally bring efficiency improvements and may introduce technologies that enhance graphical capabilities.
| Spec | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Codename | Antigua | GP106 |
| Architecture | GCN 3.0 | Pascal |
| Process Size | 28 nm | 16 nm |
| Transistors | 5,000 million | 4,400 million |
Memory Details
Memory specifications like their capacity, bandwidth, and clock speeds. GPU memory stores graphics data like frames, textures, and shadows which helps display rendered images. These specs are crucial for graphics-intense applications like gaming and 3D modeling.
| Spec | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Size | 2 GB | 3 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 176 Gb/s | 192.2 Gb/s |
| Memory Clock | 1,375 MHz | 2,002 MHz |
| Memory Interface | 256 bit | 192 bit |
| L1 Cache | 16 KB | 48 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 1,536 KB |
Board Compatibility
Compatibility information like their slot size, bus interface, power consumption, and display support. These specs are useful for verifying compatibility with your motherboard, power supply, and monitor.
| Spec | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 190 W | 120 W |
| Suggested PSU | 450 W | 300 W |
| Power Connectors | 2x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Outputs | DVI, HDMI 1.4a, DisplayPort 1.2 | DVI, HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4a |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can process graphics. Each type of core or component serves a specific computational purpose.
| Spec | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Stream Processors (SP) | 1,792 | -- |
| CUDA Cores | -- | 1,152 |
| Compute Units (CU) | 28 | -- |
| Stream Multiprocessors (SM) | -- | 9 |
| Texture Mapping Units (TMU) | 112 | 72 |
| Render Output Units (ROP) | 32 | 48 |
| Core Clock Speed | 970 MHz | 1,506 MHz |
| Core Clock Speed (Boost) | -- | 1,708 MHz |
Theoretical Performance
Theoretical performance numbers derived from the raw specifications of the different components like core count and clock speeds. While these provide a glimpse into peak processing power, they do not represent real-world performance.
| Spec | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel Fill Rate | 31.04 GPixel/s | 81.98 GPixel/s |
| Texture Fill Rate | 108.6 GTexel/s | 123 GTexel/s |
| FP32 Performance | 3.48 TFLOPS | 3.94 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 217.3 GFLOPS | 123 GFLOPS |
API Support
Graphics API versions supported by these graphics cards. APIs evolve over time, introducing new features and functionalities. Older GPUs may not support recent versions.
| Spec | Radeon R9 380 | GeForce GTX 1060 (3 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_0) | 12 (12_1) |
| OpenCL | 2.1 | 3.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Shader Model | 6.5 | 6.8 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark and MSRP.