Product Comparison: MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1 vs MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
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General Specifications
Brand
MSI
MSI
Model
GeForcе GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
Origin
China
China
About the Product
Get Game Ready with MSI NVIDIA Geforce GTX 1060. GeForce GTX graphics cards are the most advanced ever created. Discover unprecedented performance, power efficiency, and next-generation gaming experiences.
Game in style & dare to be different with MSI’s unique ARMOR graphics cards. Inspired by advanced armor shielding with a classy black & white finish. ARMOR graphics cards are perfect for gamers and case modders.
Key Specs
Video Memory Capacity
6 GB
6 GB
GPU Clock Speed
1809 MHz
1759 MHz
Memory Bus Width
192 bit
192 bit
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
What customers say about "Key Specs"
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1 GDDR5 PCI Express DP/DVI/HDMI Graphics Card
- Amazing card, handles 1080p 60fps, max settings with ease, a vast amount at 1440p as well.
- Games are starting to utilise up to 3.5-4gb in extreme cases so this 6GB is good capacity.
- Fantastic performance for the price with 6GB memory card. Couldn't be happier.
- The Graphics Card works very well, good performing mid-range card with 192 Bus width.
- This model has a much lower performance than GPUs by other manufacturers in a similar tier and price range.
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC V1 GDDR5 Graphics Card
- Good performance. I replaced the gtx 770 with this one, in new games the settings are at a maximum of + 6GB. Normal reserve for 1-2 years.
- Silent, powerful, 5 power phases, stable boost at 1950 MHz.
- Pretty decent graphic card. 6GB looks like perfect capacity.
- Great graphic card with great performance. 192 Bit bus and 6GB memory is decent specs.
- Had some experience with bus width in my laptop previously. Truly be sure to always check this. 192 Bit width in good.
Size & Weight
Height
1.54 in.
1.5 in.
Width
10.91 in.
10.98 in.
Depth
5.51 in.
5.51 in.
Weight
2.42 lbs.
1.62 lbs.
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
Features
Processor Type
GeForce GTX 1060
GeForce GTX 1060
Video Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Video Memory Clock Speed
8108 MHz
8008 MHz
API Supported
DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.5
DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.5
Card Size
Dual Width
Dual Width
Featured Technology
NVIDIA G-SYNC, VR Ready
VR Ready, NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Adaptive Vertical Sync
Cooling System
TORX Fans 2.0
TORX Fans 2.0
Extras
MSI Afterburner, Military Class 4 Components, Power-efficient gaming
Gamestream to NVIDIA SHIELD, Classy Black & White Design, MSI GTX 1060 FROZR Cooling, MSI Afterburner
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC
What customers say about "Features"
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1 GDDR5 PCI Express DP/DVI/HDMI Graphics Card
- The dual fans keep the graphic card pretty cool for long periods.
- Runs well, no overheating via the dual fan system.
- Runs at low temperatures. Can easily be overlocked. Solid performance for 1080p +60fps gaming.
- Good software support by MSI giving auto updates to Bios of graphics card and updates to drivers.
- MSI advertise that this GPU has military grade components yet this seems to be inaccurate.
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC V1 GDDR5 Graphics Card
- The temperatures peak at around 50 degrees Celsius when stress testing which is a huge improvement to my old AMD card.
- Good graphics card, pulls all the games at high settings in full hd. good enough cooling.
- Do not heat more than 60 degrees in full load.
- Decent card. Super silent and has good boost options.
- Almost silent card. But release a lot of heat to the system unit.
Connectivity
Interface
PCI-E 3.0
PCI-E 3.0
Output(s)
3x DisplayPort, HDMI, DL-DVI-D
3x DisplayPort, HDMI, DL-DVI-D
What customers say about "Connectivity"
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 0CV1 GDDR5 PCI Express DP/DVI/HDMI Graphics Card
- Outstanding card. Easily to connect 2 monitors via displayports.
- Limited connection types ie DP/DVI/HDMI but very fit for purpose.
- Fairly quiet and only needs 6 pin connector for power as using new 16nm chip.
- Happy with product and good amount of connection ports.
- The only downside of this card is that it only has 1 HDMI port.
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 ARMOR 6G OC V1 GDDR5 Graphics Card
- It was launched the first time, there were no problems with firewood either. Plug in the system unit and forgot.
- Decent connections options via 3x Displayport and HDMI.
- Using this cart for Photo Editing in multiple monitor setup. Card has enough of ports and performs well.
- Decent graphic card with good Dual width and lot of ports.
- The only bad thing is the card is there are only one HDMI port.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
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