Quadro M2200 vs GeForce GTX 1060

CPU

GPU

Quadro M2200

2017Core: 695 MHzBoost: 1036 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro M2200

4,294

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

10,064

+134.4%

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 M2200 is positioned at rank #158 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 M2200

#74

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $4095

88%

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

83%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

82%

#143

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1720%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

100%

#159

Quadro M4000

MSRP: $791|Avg: $350

98%

#160

FirePro W4100

MSRP: $183|Avg: $183

95%

#166

FirePro W5100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $50

87%

#167

Radeon Pro WX 4170

MSRP: $400|Avg: $120

84%

#168

FirePro W4300

MSRP: $379|Avg: $50

83%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

83%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

82%

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 134.4% 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 M2200.

Insight	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-134.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+134.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
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 $70), it costs 14% less, resulting in a 173.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+173.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70)	✅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 M2200 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M2200 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro M2200

The Quadro M2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 695 MHz to 1036 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,294 points.

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 M2200 scores 4,294 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 134.4%. The Quadro M2200 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Quadro M2200) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 2.122 TFLOPS (Quadro M2200) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1036 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	4,294	10,064+134%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1024	2560+150%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.122 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+318%
Boost Clock	1036 MHz	1733 MHz+67%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	64	160+150%
L1 Cache	384 KB	960 KB+150%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M2200	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 M2200 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: 1 MB (Quadro M2200) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro M2200) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M2200) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: 2nd Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Quadro M2200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	2nd Gen NVDEC	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M2200 draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 106.4% difference. The Quadro M2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M2200) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro M2200	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	55W-69%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	78.1+40%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $70, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 14.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.3 (Quadro M2200) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 173.6% better value. The Quadro M2200 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).