GRID K120Q vs GeForce GTX 1060

CPU

GPU

GRID K120Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID K120Q

225

293

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+3334.8%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GRID K120Q is positioned at rank #276 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 GRID K120Q

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

100%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

90%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

88%

#261

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6313%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

100%

#277

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

100%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

97%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

94%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

94%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

91%

#286

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

90%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

89%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

88%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

88%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

86%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3334.8% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K120Q.

Insight	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3334.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3334.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $60), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 1044.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1044.9%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️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.

GRID K120Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID K120Q and GeForce GTX 1060

GRID K120Q

The GRID K120Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 293 points. Launch price was $937.

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 GRID K120Q scores 293 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 3334.8%. The GRID K120Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K120Q) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K120Q) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	293	10,064+3335%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1536	2560+67%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.289 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+288%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	128 KB	960 KB+650%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID K120Q	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 GRID K120Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K120Q) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GRID K120Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1 (GRID K120Q) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 1 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GRID K120Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 1	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 1	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K120Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K120Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	GRID K120Q	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	225W	180W-20%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Perf/Watt	1.3	55.9+4200%

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Value Analysis

The GRID K120Q launched at $125 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GRID K120Q costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.7 (GRID K120Q) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1040.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).