P106-100 vs GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

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 P106-100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2.

Insight	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (250mm)	—

💎 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 103.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+103.9%)	❌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 780 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of P106-100 and GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

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 780 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 10 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,500 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

The P106-100 scores 6,628 and the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 reaches 6,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P106-100 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 uses Kepler, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,920 (P106-100) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 6.655 TFLOPS (P106-100) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2). Boost clocks: 1733 MHz vs 902 MHz.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	6,628+2%	6,500
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	16 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1920	2304+20%
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.655 TFLOPS+60%	4.156 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1733 MHz+92%	902 MHz
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	120	192+60%
L1 Cache	720 KB+275%	192 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+33%	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (P106-100) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) — the P106-100 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	384-bit+200%
L2 Cache	2 MB+33%	1.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The P106-100 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2's 250W — a 107.7% difference. The P106-100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-100) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin.

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
TDP	75W-70%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	250mm	—
Slots	2	—
Perf/Watt	88.4+240%	26.0

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Value Analysis

The P106-100 launched at $224 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 launched at $649 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 108.3 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) — the P106-100 offers 104% better value. The P106-100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2013).

Feature	P106-100	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
MSRP	$224-65%	$649
Avg Price (30d)	$30-50%	$60
Performance per Dollar	220.9+104%	108.3
Codename	GP104	GK110B
Release	December 12 2017	September 10 2013
Ranking	#529	#487