GeForce FX 5500 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 GeForce FX 5500 is positioned at rank #736 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 GeForce FX 5500

#726

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

49350%

#728

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

44736%

#729

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

44618%

#733

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

40573%

#734

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

40295%

#736

GeForce FX 5500

MSRP: $37|Avg: $30

100%

#737

RADEON 9500

MSRP: $179|Avg: $30

91%

#738

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

91%

#739

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

73%

#740

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

68%

#742

RADEON 9000

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

45%

#743

RADEON 9200 SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $15

45%

#744

MOBILITY RADEON 7500

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

36%

#745

MOBILITY RADEON 9200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

27%

#746

MOBILITY RADEON 9000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

27%

#747

GeForce4 MX 420

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

23%

#748

RADEON 9250

MSRP: $79|Avg: $25

18%

#749

RADEON 9200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

18%

#750

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

14%

#751

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

14%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce FX 5500 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce FX 5500 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 125700% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (6 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5500.

Insight	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-125700%)	✅Leading raw performance (+125700%)
Longevity	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+2300%)
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. Although it costs $60 (vs $30), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 62800% better value per dollar than the GeForce FX 5500.

Insight	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+62800%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

GeForce FX 5500 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce FX 5500 and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce FX 5500

The GeForce FX 5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 17 2021. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock ranges from 1065 MHz to 1320 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8 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 GeForce FX 5500 scores 8 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 125700%. The GeForce FX 5500 is built on Rankine while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce FX 5500) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.703 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5500) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1320 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	8	10,064+125700%
Architecture	Rankine	Pascal
Process Node	12 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1024	2560+150%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.703 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+228%
Boost Clock	1320 MHz	1733 MHz+31%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	32	160+400%
L1 Cache	2 MB+113%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce FX 5500	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 GeForce FX 5500 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	6 GB+2300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0a (GeForce FX 5500) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 1.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	9.0a	12+33%
Vulkan	None	1.3
OpenGL	1.5	4.5+200%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce FX 5500) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: No vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	No	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	No	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs		H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce FX 5500 draws 25W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 151.2% difference. The GeForce FX 5500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce FX 5500) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 171mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce FX 5500	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	25W-86%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	171mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	70°C	—
Perf/Watt	0.3	55.9+18533%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce FX 5500 launched at $37 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce FX 5500 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.3 (GeForce FX 5500) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 55800% better value. The GeForce FX 5500 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2016).