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GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 vs Radeon RX 470D

The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 is the faster card — roughly 4% ahead of the Radeon RX 470D on our spec-derived score, and it's the better pick if you're targeting 1080p. The Radeon RX 470D still makes sense if it's meaningfully cheaper or you're gaming at a lower resolution. Run your full build through BuildForge to see whether your CPU can actually keep either card fed before you spend.

Faster overall: GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 (~4% ahead)
Avg FPS · 1080p
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104109
Radeon RX 470D109
Avg FPS · 1440p
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP10483
Radeon RX 470D83
Avg FPS · 4K
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP10449
Radeon RX 470D49

Spec comparison

GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104
Radeon RX 470D
Performance score
24/100
23/100
Tier
Tier 2
Tier 2
VRAM
3GB GDDR6
4GB GDDR6
FP32 throughput
3.9 TFLOPS
4.3 TFLOPS
Memory bandwidth
192 GB/s
211 GB/s
Board power
120W
120W
Released
2016
2016

FPS by game

Estimated average frame rates assuming a capable CPU, from the same model that powers the live BuildForge analyzer. Real numbers vary with settings, drivers, and the rest of your build.

Game1080p1440p4K
Counter-Strike 2280/280220/220130/130
Fortnite95/9572/7242/42
Call of Duty: Warzone95/9572/7242/42
Elden Ring70/7052/5230/30
Baldur's Gate 370/7052/5230/30
Cyberpunk 207745/4532/3218/18
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 Radeon RX 470D

Where to buy

NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104
3GB · 24/100 · 1080p
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AMD
Radeon RX 470D
4GB · 23/100 · 1080p
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Will your CPU bottleneck either card?

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FAQ

Is the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 better than the Radeon RX 470D?

Yes — the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 is about 4% faster than the Radeon RX 470D on our spec-derived score, so it's the stronger card for higher resolutions and refresh rates.

What FPS do the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 and Radeon RX 470D get at 1440p?

Across a mix of esports and AAA titles, the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 averages around 83 FPS at 1440p and the Radeon RX 470D around 83 FPS, assuming a CPU that isn't holding them back.

Which is the better value, the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GP104 or the Radeon RX 470D?

It depends on the price you can find each at — GPU prices move constantly. Check the live Amazon price for both, then run your full build through BuildForge to confirm your CPU and PSU can support the card before buying.

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