GeForce GTX 1060 5GB vs Quadro P2200

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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro P2200

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Radeon Pro Vega 64

MSRP: $599|Avg: $114

98%

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Radeon PRO W6600X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $699

86%

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

82%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

82%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

80%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

80%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

77%

#57

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

675%

#72

Quadro P2200

MSRP: $429|Avg: $227

100%

#73

T1000

MSRP: $350|Avg: $382

100%

#74

Quadro P620

MSRP: $170|Avg: $48

99%

#78

Radeon Pro 570

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

97%

#80

T400

MSRP: $180|Avg: $179

92%

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Quadro P3200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $63

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro P2200 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro P2200 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro P2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060 5GB.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	Pascal (2016−2021) (16nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (5 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (250mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $65 versus $227 for the Quadro P2200, it costs 71% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 241.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+241.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($65)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($227)

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 GTX 1060 5GB Benchmark Check

Quadro P2200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1060 5GB and Quadro P2200

GeForce GTX 1060 5GB

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 26 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1709 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 120W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,175 points.

Quadro P2200

The Quadro P2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 10 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1493 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,386 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB scores 9,175 and the Quadro P2200 reaches 9,386 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB is built on Pascal while the Quadro P2200 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 1,280 (Quadro P2200). Raw compute: 4.375 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 3.822 TFLOPS (Quadro P2200). Boost clocks: 1709 MHz vs 1493 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
G3D Mark Score	9,175	9,386+2%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1280	1280
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.375 TFLOPS+14%	3.822 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1709 MHz+14%	1493 MHz
ROPs	40	40
TMUs	80	80
L1 Cache	480 KB	480 KB
L2 Cache	1.25 MB	1.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 5 GB of video memory. Bus width: 160-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
VRAM Capacity	5 GB	5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	160-bit	256-bit+60%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB	1.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 12.1 (Quadro P2200). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.3	1.4+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (6th Gen) (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro P2200). Decoder: NVDEC (3rd Gen) vs 3rd Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro P2200).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
Encoder	NVENC (6th Gen)	6th Gen NVENC
Decoder	NVDEC (3rd Gen)	3rd Gen NVDEC
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB draws 120W versus the Quadro P2200's 75W — a 46.2% difference. The Quadro P2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 500W (Quadro P2200). Power connectors: 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 250mm vs 201mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P2200
TDP	120W	75W-38%
Recommended PSU	400W-20%	500W
Power Connector	6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	250mm	201mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	75	75°C
Perf/Watt	76.5	125.1+64%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the Quadro P2200 launched at $429 and now averages $227. The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB costs 71.4% less ($162 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 141.2 (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 41.3 (Quadro P2200) — the GeForce GTX 1060 5GB offers 241.9% better value. The Quadro P2200 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).