NVS 510 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. The NVS 510 is positioned at rank #321 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 NVS 510

#306

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9783%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

100%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

98%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

94%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

94%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

92%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

91%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

91%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

91%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

88%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

86%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

85%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

85%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

84%

#335

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

84%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

83%

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 1380% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 510.

Insight	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1380%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1380%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
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 $15 (vs $60), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 270% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+270%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of NVS 510 and GeForce GTX 1060

NVS 510

The NVS 510 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 680 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 NVS 510 scores 680 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 1380%. The NVS 510 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 512 (NVS 510) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 (NVS 510) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	680	10,064+1380%
Architecture	Maxwell	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	512 ×2	2560+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.058 TFLOPS ×2	8.873 TFLOPS+739%
Boost Clock	1033 MHz	1733 MHz+68%
ROPs	16 ×2	64+300%
TMUs	32 ×2	160+400%
L1 Cache	256 KB	960 KB+275%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	NVS 510	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 NVS 510 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (NVS 510) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (NVS 510) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (NVS 510) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (NVS 510) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	1st Gen NVENC	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	1st Gen NVDEC (VP5)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The NVS 510 draws 68W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 90.3% difference. The NVS 510 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (NVS 510) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 160mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	NVS 510	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	68W-62%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	160mm	173mm
Height	69mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	65°C	—
Perf/Watt	10.0	55.9+459%

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Value Analysis

The NVS 510 launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The NVS 510 costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.3 (NVS 510) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 270.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).