Quadro K5000 vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 K5000 is positioned at rank #313 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 K5000

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

98%

#298

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9233%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

100%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

99%

#316

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

98%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

96%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

96%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

95%

#320

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

95%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

94%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

93%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

89%

#324

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

89%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

87%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

86%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

86%

#328

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

86%

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 152.3% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (6 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K5000.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-152.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+152.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 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 $60), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 152.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+152.3%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 K5000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K5000 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro K5000

The Quadro K5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 17 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 706 MHz to 706 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,989 points. Launch price was $2,499.

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 K5000 scores 3,989 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 152.3%. The Quadro K5000 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Quadro K5000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.169 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 706 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	3,989	10,064+152%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1536	2560+67%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.169 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+309%
Boost Clock	706 MHz	1733 MHz+145%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	128 KB	960 KB+650%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K5000	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 K5000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro K5000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Quadro K5000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12_0	12
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K5000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 2nd Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K5000 draws 122W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 38.4% difference. The Quadro K5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K5000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	122W-32%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Perf/Watt	32.7	55.9+71%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.5 (Quadro K5000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 152.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).