P106-090 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 P106-090 is positioned at rank #184 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 P106-090

#81

Tesla T10

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975

99%

#82

RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

97%

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

96%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

95%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

92%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

88%

#168

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2330%

#183

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

100%

#184

P106-090

MSRP: $389|Avg: $30

100%

#185

Radeon Pro WX 4130

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

99%

#187

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

98%

#189

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

97%

#190

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

97%

#192

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

96%

#195

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

92%

#196

GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

92%

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 308.1% 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 P106-090.

Insight	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-308.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+308.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑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	Standard Size (250mm)	📏 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 $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 104.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+104.1%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️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 P106-090 and GeForce GTX 1060

P106-090

The P106-090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 31 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1354 MHz to 1531 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,466 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 P106-090 scores 2,466 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 308.1%. The P106-090 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 768 (P106-090) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.352 TFLOPS (P106-090) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1531 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	2,466	10,064+308%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	768	2560+233%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.352 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+277%
Boost Clock	1531 MHz	1733 MHz+13%
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	48	160+233%
L1 Cache	288 KB	960 KB+233%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	P106-090	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 P106-090 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: 1.5 MB (P106-090) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (P106-090) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Pascal) (P106-090) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (P106-090) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (Pascal)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The P106-090 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 82.4% difference. The P106-090 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-090) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 250mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	P106-090	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	75W-58%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	250mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	60°C	—
Perf/Watt	32.9	55.9+70%

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Value Analysis

The P106-090 launched at $389 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The P106-090 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.2 (P106-090) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 104% better value. The P106-090 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).