Quadro M6000 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. 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 M6000

#93

Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

209%

#94

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799

188%

#96

L4

MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800

184%

#97

RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

178%

#98

RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

178%

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

174%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

160%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

155%

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

136%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

126%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

123%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

121%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

114%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

110%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

100%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

99%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

90%

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Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

88%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

85%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

85%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

83%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

83%

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

67%

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

45%

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 Quadro M6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 16.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+16.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-16.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
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 $500), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 612.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+612.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro M6000 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro M6000

The Quadro M6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 21 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 988 MHz to 1114 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,769 points. Launch price was $4,199.99.

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 M6000 scores 11,769 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Quadro M6000 leads by 16.9%. The Quadro M6000 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (Quadro M6000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 6.844 TFLOPS (Quadro M6000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1114 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	11,769+17%	10,064
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3072+20%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.844 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+30%
Boost Clock	1114 MHz	1733 MHz+56%
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	192+20%	160
L1 Cache	1.1 MB+17%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro M6000	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 M6000 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Quadro M6000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 317 GB/s (Quadro M6000) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 65.1% advantage for the Quadro M6000. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Quadro M6000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Quadro M6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+100%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	317 GB/s+65%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+100%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12/1 (Quadro M6000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12/1	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.5	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (Quadro M6000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro M6000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 4.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro M6000 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro M6000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro M6000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	47.1	55.9+19%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro M6000 launched at $4999 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 88% less ($440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.5 (Quadro M6000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 613.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).