GeForce GTX 1060 6GB power consumption and electricity cost
The GeForce GTX 1060 6GB has a rated board power of 120 W. In games it typically draws about 102 W (range 72–120 W) Estimate. Paired with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D and played 3 hours a day, the whole PC costs about €11.06 a month in Germany.
| Rated board power | 120 W |
|---|---|
| Typical gaming draw | 102 W |
| Light to heavy gaming | 72–120 W |
| Idle (desktop) | about 8 W |
| Recommended PSU with a Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 450 W |
| Released | 2016 |
Gaming draw is estimated from the rated board power (60% / 85% / 100% for light, typical and heavy loads). Measured this card with a wall meter? Share it.
Monthly electricity cost by region
Whole PC: GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, Ryzen 7 7800X3D, 27″ 1440p monitor, 80 Plus Gold. 3 hours of gaming and 2 hours of other use a day.
| Region | Price per kWh | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | €0.362 | €11.06 | €133 |
| Italy | €0.314 | €9.60 | €115 |
| Spain | €0.251 | €7.67 | €91.96 |
| France | €0.249 | €7.59 | €91.08 |
| United Kingdom | £0.263 | £8.04 | £96.46 |
| Netherlands | €0.244 | €7.46 | €89.43 |
| Poland | PLN 1.321 | PLN 40.36 | PLN 484 |
| California | $0.298 | $9.09 | $109 |
| Texas | $0.159 | $4.86 | $58.31 |
| New York | $0.287 | $8.76 | $105 |
| Florida | $0.150 | $4.58 | $54.94 |
Power limit and undervolt savings
At 3 hours of gaming a day in Germany. Performance kept is approximate.
| Power limit | Gaming draw | Speed kept | Saved per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% | 92 W | 98% | €4.49 |
| 80% | 82 W | 96% | €8.98 |
| 70% | 71 W | 93% | €13.47 |
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- GeForce RTX 4060 115 W
- GeForce GTX 1660 Super 125 W
- GeForce RTX 5050 130 W
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GeForce GTX 1060 6GB: common questions
How much power does the GeForce GTX 1060 6GB use?
The GeForce GTX 1060 6GB is rated at 120 W board power. In games it typically draws about 102 W, between roughly 72 W in light games and 120 W under heavy load, and about 8 W at the desktop. These gaming figures are estimates based on the rated board power.
What power supply do I need for the GeForce GTX 1060 6GB?
With a Ryzen 7 7800X3D we recommend a 450 W unit: the peak sustained load is about 357 W, plus 20% headroom for short spikes. A processor with a higher power limit may need a larger unit.
How much does it cost to run a GeForce GTX 1060 6GB PC per month?
A whole PC with the GeForce GTX 1060 6GB, played 3 hours a day with 2 hours of other use, costs about €11.06 a month in Germany. The table above shows other countries and US states.
Can I lower the GeForce GTX 1060 6GB's power use?
Yes. Limiting it to about 80% power typically keeps around 96% of its performance and saves about €8.98 a year at 3 hours a day in Germany.
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