Quadro 1000M
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro 1000M vs GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

Quadro 1000M

2015Core: 993 MHzBoost: 1072 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

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 Quadro 1000M is positioned at rank #199 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 Quadro 1000M

#87
A10G
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000
98%
#88
Tesla T4
MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000
97%
#89
Tesla M40 24GB
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120
96%
#90
Quadro P5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400
92%
#91
RTX PRO 6000
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
90%
#184
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2662%
#199
Quadro 1000M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#200
Radeon Pro Duo
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $799
100%
#201
P102-100
MSRP: $600|Avg: $80
99%
#203
Quadro FX 2700
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
98%
#206
FirePro V3900
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
95%
#207
Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700B
MSRP: $119|Avg: $89
95%
#208
Tesla K8
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
92%
#210
GRID K240Q
MSRP: $500|Avg: $40
92%
#211
FirePro M4150
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
91%
#212
FirePro V4900
MSRP: $200|Avg: $47
91%
#213
GRID K160Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $30
90%
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 1713.3% 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 Quadro 1000M.

InsightQuadro 1000MGeForce GTX 1060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1713.3%)
Leading raw performance (+1713.3%)
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

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 1000M and GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

Quadro 1000M

The Quadro 1000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 18 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 993 MHz to 1072 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 555 points. Launch price was $200.89.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro 1000M scores 555 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 1713.3%. The Quadro 1000M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 512 (Quadro 1000M) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.017 TFLOPS (Quadro 1000M) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1072 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

FeatureQuadro 1000MGeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
555
10,064+1713%
Architecture
Maxwell
Pascal
Process Node
28 nm
16 nm
Shading Units
512
2560+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.017 TFLOPS
8.873 TFLOPS+772%
Boost Clock
1072 MHz
1733 MHz+62%
ROPs
16
64+300%
TMUs
32
160+400%
L1 Cache
256 KB
960 KB+275%
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro 1000MGeForce 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
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro 1000M 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.

FeatureQuadro 1000MGeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
6 GB+200%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
192-bit+200%
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro 1000M draws 40W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 127.3% difference. The Quadro 1000M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 1000M) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

FeatureQuadro 1000MGeForce GTX 1060
TDP
40W-78%
180W
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
173mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Perf/Watt
13.9
55.9+302%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).

FeatureQuadro 1000MGeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$249
Avg Price (30d)
$60
Codename
GM107
GP104
Release
August 18 2015
May 27 2016
Ranking
#594
#137