FirePro S7150 vs GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro S7150

2016Core: 920 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro S7150

150

3,770

0.0%

Radeon Ryzen 5 5600U

Radeon RX Vega 11 Ryzen 5 3350GE

10,064

+166.9%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

About G3D Mark

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 S7150 is positioned at rank #315 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 S7150

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

100%

#299

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9410%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

100%

#316

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

98%

#317

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

97%

#318

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

97%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

97%

#320

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

96%

#321

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

94%

#322

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

90%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

90%

#324

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

89%

#325

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

88%

#326

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

87%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

87%

#328

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

85%

#329

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

83%

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 166.9% 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 S7150.

Insight	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-166.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+166.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))	🛑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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 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 $459), it costs 87% less, resulting in a 1942.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1942.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($459)	✅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.

FirePro S7150 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro S7150 and GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro S7150

The FirePro S7150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2016. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 920 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,770 points. Launch price was $2,399.

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 S7150 scores 3,770 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 166.9%. The FirePro S7150 is built on GCN 3.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (FirePro S7150) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 3.768 TFLOPS (FirePro S7150) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	3,770	10,064+167%
Architecture	GCN 3.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2048	2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.768 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+135%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	512 KB	960 KB+88%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	FirePro S7150	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 S7150 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: 0.5 MB (FirePro S7150) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FirePro S7150) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.0 (FirePro S7150) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 5.0 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (FirePro S7150) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	VCE 3.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	UVD 5.0	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The FirePro S7150 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 18.2% difference. The FirePro S7150 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S7150) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro S7150	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	150W-17%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	241mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	25.1	55.9+123%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro S7150 launched at $2399 MSRP and currently averages $459, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 86.9% less ($399 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (FirePro S7150) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1945.1% better value.