GeForce GTX 1060 5GB vs Quadro P5000 (móvel)

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 P5000 (móvel)

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

89%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

82%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

81%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

79%

#227

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

4104%

#242

Quadro P5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

100%

#243

FirePro V7000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $100

98%

#244

Quadro P500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

92%

#246

FireStream 9370

MSRP: $800|Avg: $50

88%

#247

GRID K260Q

MSRP: $937|Avg: $15

88%

#249

Quadro 600

MSRP: $179|Avg: $20

81%

#251

Quadro 410

MSRP: $149|Avg: $25

80%

#253

FirePro W600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $30

79%

#254

FirePro W8100

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $200

76%

#255

Quadro K5200

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70

76%

#256

L2

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500

76%

#257

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

74%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score and 25% more VRAM (5 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P5000 (móvel).

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+25%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (250mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 5GB holds the technical lead. Priced at $65 (vs $400), it costs 84% less, resulting in a 527.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+527.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($65)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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 P5000 (móvel) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1060 5GB and Quadro P5000 (móvel)

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 P5000 (móvel)

The Quadro P5000 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1278 MHz to 1582 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,000 points. Launch price was $1,885.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB scores 9,175 and the Quadro P5000 (móvel) reaches 9,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB is built on Pascal while the Quadro P5000 (móvel) uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 1,280 (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 2,048 (Quadro P5000 (móvel)). Raw compute: 4.375 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 6.48 TFLOPS (Quadro P5000 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1709 MHz vs 1582 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
G3D Mark Score	9,175+2%	9,000
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1280	2048+60%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.375 TFLOPS	6.48 TFLOPS+48%
Boost Clock	1709 MHz+8%	1582 MHz
ROPs	40	64+60%
TMUs	80	128+60%
L1 Cache	480 KB	768 KB+60%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB	2 MB+60%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
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)

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB comes with 5 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P5000 (móvel) has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB offers 25% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 160-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1.25 MB (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 2 MB (Quadro P5000 (móvel)) — the Quadro P5000 (móvel) has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
VRAM Capacity	5 GB+25%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	160-bit	256-bit+60%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB	2 MB+60%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 12.1 (Quadro P5000 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+30%	1.0
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 P5000 (móvel)). 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 P5000 (móvel)).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
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 P5000 (móvel)'s 100W — a 18.2% difference. The Quadro P5000 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 500W (Quadro P5000 (móvel)). Power connectors: 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 250mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
TDP	120W	100W-17%
Recommended PSU	400W-20%	500W
Power Connector	6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	250mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75-6%	80°C
Perf/Watt	76.5	90.0+18%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the Quadro P5000 (móvel) launched at $2499 and now averages $400. The GeForce GTX 1060 5GB costs 83.8% less ($335 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 141.2 (GeForce GTX 1060 5GB) vs 22.5 (Quadro P5000 (móvel)) — the GeForce GTX 1060 5GB offers 527.6% better value.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1060 5GB	Quadro P5000 (móvel)
MSRP	$249-90%	$2499
Avg Price (30d)	$65-84%	$400
Performance per Dollar	141.2+528%	22.5
Codename	GP106	GP104
Release	December 26 2017	January 11 2017
Ranking	#289	#235