Quadro FX 5500 vs GeForce GTX 1060
Quadro FX 5500
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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 5500 is positioned at rank #418 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 5500
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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 5500 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 4058.7% 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 FX 5500.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5500 | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4058.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4058.7%) |
| 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 (+500%) |
| 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 $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 1979.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 5500 | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1979.3%) |
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro FX 5500 and GeForce GTX 1060
Quadro FX 5500
The Quadro FX 5500 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: 242 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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 5500 scores 242 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 4058.7%. The Quadro FX 5500 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 5500) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 5500) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 242 | 10,064+4059% |
| 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% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro FX 5500 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 FX 5500) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | 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% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 5500 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 5500) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | 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 | 1.3 | 55.9+4200% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 5500 launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Quadro FX 5500 costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.1 (Quadro FX 5500) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1970.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 5500 | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $249-92% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-50% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.1 | 167.7+1970% |
| Codename | GT200B | GP104 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #815 | #137 |
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