GRID P40-3Q vs GeForce GTX 1060

GRID P40-3Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID P40-3Q

225

6,570

0.0%

GeForce GTX 765M SLI

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

GeForce GTX 1050 3GB

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (móvel)

GeForce RTX 2060 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+53.2%

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 P40-3Q is positioned at rank #341 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 P40-3Q

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

91%

#326

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

12846%

#341

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

100%

#342

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

94%

#343

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

93%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

92%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

90%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

90%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

90%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

85%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

84%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

83%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

82%

#355

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

79%

#356

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

79%

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 53.2% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P40-3Q.

Insight	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-53.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+53.2%)
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 (+50%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 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 $60 (vs $5,699), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 14449.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+14449.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($5,699)	✅More affordable ($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 P40-3Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P40-3Q and GeForce GTX 1060

GRID P40-3Q

The GRID P40-3Q 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: 6,570 points. Launch price was $469.

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 P40-3Q scores 6,570 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 53.2%. The GRID P40-3Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P40-3Q) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-3Q) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	6,570	10,064+53%
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 P40-3Q	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 P40-3Q comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID P40-3Q) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GRID P40-3Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Tesla NVENC x24 (GRID P40-3Q) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: Tesla NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (GRID P40-3Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	Tesla NVENC x24	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	Tesla NVDEC	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-3Q 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 P40-3Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID P40-3Q	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	225W	180W-20%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	29.2	55.9+91%

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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-3Q launched at $5699 MSRP and currently averages $5699, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 98.9% less ($5639 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.2 (GRID P40-3Q) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 13875% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).