MSI
MSI GeForce GTX 1060 iGAMER 6G OC graphics card
A 6 GB GDDR5 graphics card with 1280 CUDA cores, boost clock of 1759 MHz and PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface for 1080p gaming and VR
- InterfacePCI Express 3.0 x16
- Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
- GPU SeriesNVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series
- GPUGeForce GTX 1060
- Core Clock1544 MHz
- Boost Clock1759 MHz
- 6 GB GDDR5 memory handles high-resolution textures
- Factory boost clock of 1759 MHz lifts frame rates
- NVIDIA G-SYNC support removes screen tearing
- VR Ready certification ensures headset compatibility
- Triple display outputs drive three monitors simultaneously
PCI Express 3.0 x16 graphics card
The MSI GeForce GTX 1060 iGAMER 6G OC is a full-length expansion card for desktop PCs that need a 6 GB frame buffer and 1280 CUDA cores. It targets 1080p gamers and VR enthusiasts who want a Pascal architecture GPU with factory overclocks and a standard PCI Express 3.0 x16 interface. The card fits typical mid-tower cases and draws power from a single supplemental connector.
Afterburner utility and Military Class 4 components
The bundled Afterburner Overclocking Utility lets users adjust core voltage, clock offsets and fan curves without flashing firmware. Military Class 4 components are specified for the power delivery circuitry, which affects long-term stability under sustained load. NVIDIA G-SYNC support is enabled through the driver stack when a compatible monitor is connected.
6 GB GDDR5 on a 192-bit bus
The single specification that decides suitability is the 6 GB GDDR5 memory running at 8008 MHz effective across a 192-bit interface. This capacity and bandwidth combination determines texture headroom at 1080p and 1440p, and it fixes the minimum VRAM available for VR titles that require a 6 GB buffer.
Highlights
- 6 GB GDDR5 memory handles high-resolution textures
- Factory boost clock of 1759 MHz lifts frame rates
- NVIDIA G-SYNC support removes screen tearing
- VR Ready certification ensures headset compatibility
- Triple display outputs drive three monitors simultaneously
Specifications
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Series | GTX 1060 |
| Model | GeForce GTX 1060 iGAMER 6G OC |
| Interface | PCI Express 3.0 x16 |
| Chipset Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| GPU Series | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 Series |
| GPU | GeForce GTX 1060 |
| Core Clock | 1544 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1759 MHz |
| CUDA Cores | 1280 |
| Effective Memory Clock | 8008 MHz |
| Memory Size | 6GB |
| Memory Interface | 192-Bit |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 |
| DirectX | DirectX 12 |
| OpenGL | OpenGL 4.5 |
| Multi-Monitor Support | 3 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI 2.0b |
| DisplayPort | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DVI | 1 x DVI-D |
| Virtual Reality Ready | Yes |
| Cooler | Single Fan |
| Thermal Design Power | 120W |
| Power Connector | 6-pin x 1 |
| HDCP Ready | Yes |
| Features | Adaptive Vertical Sync G-SYNC™ technology Afterburner OC |
Questions about this item
What maintenance will the dual-fan cooler need over time?
The dual-fan cooler will collect dust on its heatsink fins; regular cleaning with compressed air keeps temperatures stable.
What limit appears first when the GPU runs at 1759 MHz boost for long sessions?
The 192-bit GDDR5 memory interface reaches its 8008 MHz effective bandwidth ceiling before the 1280 CUDA cores saturate.
How loud and hot does the card get during all-day operation?
Under sustained load the boost clock holds at 1759 MHz while the dual fans ramp up; expect a noticeable but not extreme noise level and exhaust heat into the case.
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