GRID RTX6000-1Q vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 GRID RTX6000-1Q

#97

RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

210%

#98

RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

209%

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

205%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

189%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

182%

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

160%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

148%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

145%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

142%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

134%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

130%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

118%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

117%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

106%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

103%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

100%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

100%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

98%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

97%

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

79%

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

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 GRID RTX6000-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 25.4% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (8 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+25.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-25.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
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 $1,500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 1894.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1894.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500)	✅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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID RTX6000-1Q and GeForce GTX 1060

GRID RTX6000-1Q

The GRID RTX6000-1Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,617 points.

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 RTX6000-1Q scores 12,617 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GRID RTX6000-1Q leads by 25.4%. The GRID RTX6000-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	12,617+25%	10,064
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2048	2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+84%
Boost Clock	1178 MHz	1733 MHz+47%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	768 KB	960 KB+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID RTX6000-1Q	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	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID RTX6000-1Q comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GRID RTX6000-1Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.2 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.2+2%	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	7th Gen NVENC	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	5th Gen NVDEC	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID RTX6000-1Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-1Q	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	225W	180W-20%
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	56.1	55.9

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Value Analysis

The GRID RTX6000-1Q launched at $6299 MSRP and currently averages $1500, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 96% less ($1440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.4 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1896.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).