GeForce 8500 GTVSGeForce GTX 1060 6GB
Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison
♜ WINNERGeForce 8500 GT+1%Better overall performance
NVIDIA
8500 GT
VSWINNER8500 GT0%H2H overall index
NVIDIA
GTX 1060 6GB
Leistung3737
Effizienz100100
Price / Performance100100
Data confidence7575
Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIANVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3737
100100
100100
760
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA
Open streamer setups→Hardware used by streamers
Real public setups linked to each device.
NVIDIA8500 GT0No verified public setup yet
NVIDIAGTX 1060 6GB0No verified public setup yet
VERGLEICHSERGEBNIS
The devices received the same overall score
8500 GT leads in combined gaming performance. 8500 GT offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
Performance is nearly identical
8500 GT costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 96–101of 723
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce 8500 GT
0 LikesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
GeForce 8500 GT
100/100 · Price $79The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
GESAMTWERTUNG
Übersicht
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
37
37
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
100Better
31
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31
31
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
61
61
VOLLSTÄNDIGER VERGLEICH
Spezifikationen
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Clock speed459 MHz1506 - 1708 MHzBetter
Base clock459 MHz1506 MHzBetter
Boost clock459 MHz1708 MHzBetter
VRAM256 MB DDR2Better6 GB GDDR5
Memory typeDDR2GDDR5Better
VRAM capacity256 MBBetter6 GB
Speichertakt800 MHzBetter8 GHz
Memory bus128 bit192 bitBetter
Memory bandwidth12800 GB/sBetter192 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 1x16PCIe 3x16Better
Power connector-6 pin
Power consumption30 WBetter120 W
TDP30 WBetter120 W
Process node80 nm16 nmBetter
Release date20072016Better
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TFLOPS0.0293.935Better
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Gaming-FPS
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HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10037370%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100294441%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100294441%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100760158%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100234870%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100254659%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100294441%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100205086%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100284444%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.
Grundinformationen
Architecture——
Process node80 nm16 nmBesser
Release date20072016Besser
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Base clock459 MHz1506 MHzBesser
Boost clock459 MHz1708 MHzBesser
Formfaktor und Kompatibilität
InterfacePCIe 1x16PCIe 3x16Besser
Length——
Thickness——
Recommended PSU——
Power connector-6 pin
VRAM-Kapazität und -Typ
VRAM256 MB DDR2Besser6 GB GDDR5
Memory typeDDR2GDDR5Besser
Memory bus128 bit192 bitBesser
Memory bandwidth12800 GB/sBesser192 GB/s
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HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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AI EXPLAIN · HEAD TO HEAD
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What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
REAL CONFIGURATIONS
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Real builds, results, and community feedback.
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Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: 8500 GT or GTX 1060 6GB?+
8500 GT has the higher overall gaming score, while 8500 GT offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
8500 GT is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
8500 GT is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
8500 GT offers more overall performance, while 8500 GT offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
8500 GT is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
8500 GT is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
8500 GT leads in combined 1440p performance. 8500 GT can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
8500 GT is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
8500 GT is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
8500 GT is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to 8500 GT if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.