GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 vs P106-100

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 P106-100

#23

Intel Arc Pro B60

MSRP: $500|Avg: $450

93%

#24

Radeon PRO W7600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

93%

#25

RTX 2000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $625|Avg: $750

93%

#28

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

499%

#43

P106-100

MSRP: $224|Avg: $30

100%

#48

Quadro K3100M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $400

96%

#50

Quadro K5000M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $509

95%

#51

Radeon PRO W6300

MSRP: $200|Avg: $150

94%

#52

Quadro K4100M

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $261

94%

#58

Quadro K2000M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The P106-100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (250mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The P106-100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the P106-100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 103.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+103.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 780 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

P106-100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 and P106-100

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 10 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,500 points. Launch price was $649.

P106-100

The P106-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 12 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,628 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 scores 6,500 and the P106-100 reaches 6,628 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is built on Kepler while the P106-100 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 1,920 (P106-100). Raw compute: 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 6.655 TFLOPS (P106-100). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
G3D Mark Score	6,500	6,628+2%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2304+20%	1920
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.156 TFLOPS	6.655 TFLOPS+60%
Boost Clock	902 MHz	1733 MHz+92%
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	192+60%	120
L1 Cache	192 KB	720 KB+275%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
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 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 2 MB (P106-100) — the P106-100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	384-bit+200%	128-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 draws 250W versus the P106-100's 75W — a 107.7% difference. The P106-100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 350W (P106-100). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
TDP	250W	75W-70%
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	250mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	26.0	88.4+240%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 launched at $649 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the P106-100 launched at $224 and now averages $30. The P106-100 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 108.3 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 220.9 (P106-100) — the P106-100 offers 104% better value. The P106-100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	P106-100
MSRP	$649	$224-65%
Avg Price (30d)	$60	$30-50%
Performance per Dollar	108.3	220.9+104%
Codename	GK110B	GP104
Release	September 10 2013	December 12 2017
Ranking	#487	#529