FirePro S9050 vs GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro S9050

2014Core: 900 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

FirePro S9050

225

4,901

0.0%

10,064

+105.3%

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 S9050 is positioned at rank #271 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 S9050

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

96%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

95%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

86%

#256

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6030%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

100%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

98%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

97%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

96%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

95%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

92%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

90%

#281

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

90%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

87%

#286

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

86%

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 105.3% 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 S9050.

Insight	FirePro S9050	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-105.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+105.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / 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 (254mm)	📏 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 $1,825), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 6145.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	FirePro S9050	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+6145.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,825)	✅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 S9050 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FirePro S9050 and GeForce GTX 1060

FirePro S9050

The FirePro S9050 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 7 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 900 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,901 points.

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 S9050 scores 4,901 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 105.3%. The FirePro S9050 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (FirePro S9050) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 3.226 TFLOPS (FirePro S9050) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro S9050	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	4,901	10,064+105%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1792	2560+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.226 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+175%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	112	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 S9050	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 S9050 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 S9050) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	FirePro S9050	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 S9050) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.

Feature	FirePro S9050	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	1	4+300%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 1.0 (FirePro S9050) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 3.2 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro S9050) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	FirePro S9050	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 S9050 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro S9050) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 254mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	FirePro S9050	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	225W	180W-20%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	254mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	90°C	—
Perf/Watt	21.8	55.9+156%

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Value Analysis

The FirePro S9050 launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1825, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 96.7% less ($1765 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.7 (FirePro S9050) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 6111.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).