GeForce GTX 1060 3GB vs Tesla T4
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Tesla T4
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Tesla T4 uses modern memory architecture. The Tesla T4 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla T4 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (8 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (250mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $1,000 for the Tesla T4, it costs 95% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1833.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1833.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1060 3GB and Tesla T4
GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 18 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1708 MHz. It has 1152 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,815 points. Launch price was $199.
Tesla T4
The Tesla T4 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 585 MHz to 1590 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,153 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB scores 9,815 and the Tesla T4 reaches 10,153 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB is built on Pascal while the Tesla T4 uses Turing, both on 16 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,152 (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs 2,560 (Tesla T4). Raw compute: 3.935 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs 8.141 TFLOPS (Tesla T4). Boost clocks: 1708 MHz vs 1590 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,815 | 10,153+3% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 1152 | 2560+122% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.935 TFLOPS | 8.141 TFLOPS+107% |
| Boost Clock | 1708 MHz+7% | 1590 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 64+33% |
| TMUs | 72 | 160+122% |
| L1 Cache | 0.42 MB | 2.5 MB+495% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 4 MB+167% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla T4 has 8 GB. The Tesla T4 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs 4 MB (Tesla T4) — the Tesla T4 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB | 8 GB+167% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 4 MB+167% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs 12 Ultimate (Tesla T4). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.4+27% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs NVENC (Turing) (Tesla T4). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 (Tesla T4).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 | NVENC (Turing) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC (Turing) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | H.264,H.265/HEVC,MPEG-2,VC-1,VP8,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB draws 120W versus the Tesla T4's 70W — a 52.6% difference. The Tesla T4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs 500W (Tesla T4). Power connectors: 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 250mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 76°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 120W | 70W-42% |
| Recommended PSU | 400W-20% | 500W |
| Power Connector | 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 250mm | 168mm |
| Height | 111mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-1% | 76°C |
| Perf/Watt | 81.8 | 145.0+77% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Tesla T4 launched at $1880 and now averages $1000. The GeForce GTX 1060 3GB costs 95% less ($950 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 196.3 (GeForce GTX 1060 3GB) vs 10.2 (Tesla T4) — the GeForce GTX 1060 3GB offers 1824.5% better value. The Tesla T4 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1060 3GB | Tesla T4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199-89% | $1880 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-95% | $1000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 196.3+1825% | 10.2 |
| Codename | GP106 | TU104 |
| Release | August 18 2016 | September 13 2018 |
| Ranking | #272 | #260 |
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