FirePro S10000 vs GeForce GTX 1060

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The FirePro S10000 is positioned at rank #336 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro S10000

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

83%

#321

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

11725%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

100%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

99%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

98%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

98%

#340

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

93%

#341

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

91%

#342

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

86%

#343

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

85%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

84%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

83%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

82%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

82%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

78%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 121.8% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro S10000.

Insight	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-121.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+121.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (305mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $500), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 1748.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1748.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($60)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro S10000 and GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro S10000

The FirePro S10000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 825 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 4096 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,537 points. Launch price was $3,599.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the FirePro S10000 scores 4,537 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 121.8%. The FirePro S10000 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 4,096 (FirePro S10000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 3.405 TFLOPS ×2 (FirePro S10000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 950 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	4,537	10,064+122%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	4096 ×2+60%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.405 TFLOPS ×2	8.873 TFLOPS+161%
Boost Clock	950 MHz	1733 MHz+82%
ROPs	32 ×2	64+100%
TMUs	112 ×2	160+43%
L1 Cache	448 KB	960 KB+114%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The FirePro S10000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (FirePro S10000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro S10000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 6 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	6+50%	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro S10000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro S10000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	VCE 1.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	UVD 3.2	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro S10000 draws 375W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 70.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S10000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 305mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro S10000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	375W	180W-52%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	305mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	12.1	55.9+362%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro S10000 launched at $3599 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 88% less ($440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.1 (FirePro S10000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1742.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).