Quadro FX 3500 vs GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro FX 3500

2008Core: 610 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro FX 3500

189

265

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+3697.7%

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 FX 3500 is positioned at rank #408 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 FX 3500

#392

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

86900%

#408

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#409

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

94%

#410

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

94%

#412

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

71%

#415

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

59%

#416

GRID M60-0B

MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900

53%

#417

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

47%

#418

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

47%

#419

Quadro FX 1000

MSRP: $500|Avg: $30

41%

#420

Quadro FX 1300

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

35%

#421

Quadro FX 3400/4400

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $50

35%

#422

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

29%

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 2008). 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 FX 3500 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 3697.7% higher G3D Mark score and 2300% more VRAM (6 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 3500.

Insight	Quadro FX 3500	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3697.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3697.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+2300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 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 $60 (vs $1,599), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 101109.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro FX 3500	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+101109.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,599)	✅More affordable ($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 FX 3500 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 3500 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro FX 3500

The Quadro FX 3500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 265 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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 FX 3500 scores 265 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 3697.7%. The Quadro FX 3500 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 55 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 3500) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3500) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro FX 3500	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	265	10,064+3698%
Architecture	Tesla 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	55 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	240	2560+967%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.6221 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+1326%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	80	160+100%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro FX 3500	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 FX 3500 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 3500) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro FX 3500	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	6 GB+2300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro FX 3500 draws 189W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 4.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 3500) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro FX 3500	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	189W	180W-5%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	1.4	55.9+3893%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro FX 3500 launched at $1599 MSRP and currently averages $1599, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 96.2% less ($1539 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.2 (Quadro FX 3500) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 83750% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2008).