GRID P40-6Q
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

GRID P40-6Q vs GeForce GTX 1060

GRID P40-6Q

2013Core: 745 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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 P40-6Q is positioned at rank #396 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 P40-6Q

#381
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
49243%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
90%
#398
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
80%
#399
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
80%
#400
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
80%
#401
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
77%
#402
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
77%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
73%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
67%
#406
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
67%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
60%
#409
Quadro FX 3500
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
57%
#410
Quadro FX 1400
MSRP: $799|Avg: $30
53%
#411
GRID K1
MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120
53%
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 1012% 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 P40-6Q.

InsightGRID P40-6QGeForce GTX 1060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1012%)
Leading raw performance (+1012%)
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
📏 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 $150), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 2680.1% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID P40-6QGeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+2680.1%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P40-6Q and GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

GRID P40-6Q

The GRID P40-6Q 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: 905 points. Launch price was $469.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GRID P40-6Q scores 905 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 1012%. The GRID P40-6Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-6Q) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

FeatureGRID P40-6QGeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
905
10,064+1012%
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%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P40-6QGeForce 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 P40-6Q 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 P40-6Q) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID P40-6QGeForce 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_1 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

FeatureGRID P40-6QGeForce GTX 1060
DirectX
12_1
12
Max Displays
0
4
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-6Q 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 P40-6Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

FeatureGRID P40-6QGeForce GTX 1060
TDP
225W
180W-20%
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
1mm
173mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Perf/Watt
4.0
55.9+1298%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2695% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).

FeatureGRID P40-6QGeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$3000
$249-92%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$60-60%
Performance per Dollar
6.0
167.7+2695%
Codename
GK104
GP104
Release
June 28 2013
May 27 2016
Ranking
#628
#137