Quadro 2000 vs GeForce GTX 1060

CPU

GPU

Quadro 2000

2010Core: 625 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro 2000

948

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

RTX 2000 Ada Generation Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+961.6%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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 2000 is positioned at rank #314 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 2000

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

99%

#299

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9350%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

100%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

99%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

97%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

97%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

96%

#320

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

96%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

96%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

94%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

90%

#324

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

90%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

88%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

87%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

87%

#328

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

87%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

84%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro 2000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 961.6% higher G3D Mark score and 500% more VRAM (6 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro 2000.

Insight	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-961.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+961.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+500%)
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 $25 (vs $60), it costs 58% less, resulting in a 342.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+342.3%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️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.

Quadro 2000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

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League of Legends

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Valorant

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 2000 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro 2000

The Quadro 2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 24 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 948 points. Launch price was $599.

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 Quadro 2000 scores 948 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 961.6%. The Quadro 2000 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 40 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro 2000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	948	10,064+962%
Architecture	Fermi	Pascal
Process Node	40 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	192	2560+1233%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.48 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+1749%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	32	160+400%
L1 Cache	256 KB	960 KB+275%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro 2000	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 Quadro 2000 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro 2000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	6 GB+500%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_0 (Quadro 2000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	11_0	12+9%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (Quadro 2000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: VP4 vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	VP4	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro 2000 draws 62W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 97.5% difference. The Quadro 2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 2000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 178mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro 2000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	62W-66%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	178mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Perf/Watt	15.3	55.9+265%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro 2000 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Quadro 2000 costs 58.3% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.9 (Quadro 2000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 342.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).