Quadro M5500 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 M5500 is positioned at rank #141 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 M5500

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

91%

#126

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1494%

#141

Quadro M5500

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

100%

#142

Quadro K1200

MSRP: $300|Avg: $184

100%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

99%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

97%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

95%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

93%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

93%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

92%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

92%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

91%

#155

Radeon Pro WX 4150

MSRP: $300|Avg: $120

89%

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 27.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M5500 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-27.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+27.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
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 $200), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 323.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+323.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)	✅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 M5500 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M5500 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro M5500

The Quadro M5500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 8 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1140 MHz to 1165 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,915 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 M5500 scores 7,915 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 27.2%. The Quadro M5500 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Quadro M5500) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 4.772 TFLOPS (Quadro M5500) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1165 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	7,915	10,064+27%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2048	2560+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.772 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+86%
Boost Clock	1165 MHz	1733 MHz+49%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128	160+25%
L1 Cache	768 KB	960 KB+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M5500	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 M5500 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Quadro M5500 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	8 GB+33%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro M5500) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M5500) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC (Maxwell) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Quadro M5500) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (Maxwell)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC (Maxwell)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M5500 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 18.2% difference. The Quadro M5500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M5500) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro M5500	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	150W-17%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	0mm	173mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	52.8	55.9+6%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M5500 launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 70% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.6 (Quadro M5500) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 323.5% better value.