P106-100 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 P106-100 is positioned at rank #43 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 P106-100

#23

Intel Arc Pro B60

MSRP: $500|Avg: $450

93%

#24

Radeon PRO W7600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

93%

#25

RTX 2000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $625|Avg: $750

93%

#28

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

499%

#43

P106-100

MSRP: $224|Avg: $30

100%

#48

Quadro K3100M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $400

96%

#50

Quadro K5000M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $509

95%

#51

Radeon PRO W6300

MSRP: $200|Avg: $150

94%

#52

Quadro K4100M

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $261

94%

#58

Quadro K2000M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

85%

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 51.8% 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 P106-100.

Insight	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-51.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+51.8%)
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 (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (250mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The P106-100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the P106-100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 31.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+31.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
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.

P106-100 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of P106-100 and GeForce GTX 1060

P106-100

The P106-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 12 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,628 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 P106-100 scores 6,628 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 51.8%. The P106-100 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 1,920 (P106-100) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 6.655 TFLOPS (P106-100) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1733 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	6,628	10,064+52%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1920	2560+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.655 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+33%
Boost Clock	1733 MHz	1733 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	120	160+33%
L1 Cache	720 KB	960 KB+33%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	P106-100	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 P106-100 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.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
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_1 (P106-100) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12_1	12
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (P106-100) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 6th Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd Gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The P106-100 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 82.4% difference. The P106-100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-100) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 250mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	75W-58%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	250mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Perf/Watt	88.4+58%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The P106-100 launched at $224 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The P106-100 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 220.9 (P106-100) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the P106-100 offers 31.7% better value. The P106-100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).