Quadro NVS 420 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.

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro NVS 420 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro NVS 420 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1060 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 7246% 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 NVS 420.

Insight	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7246%)	✅Leading raw performance (+7246%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $60 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2348.7% better value per dollar than the Quadro NVS 420.

Insight	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2348.7%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️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.

Quadro NVS 420 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro NVS 420 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro NVS 420

The Quadro NVS 420 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1227 MHz to 1647 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 137 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 NVS 420 scores 137 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 7246%. The Quadro NVS 420 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (Quadro NVS 420) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 7.589 TFLOPS (Quadro NVS 420) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1647 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	137	10,064+7246%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2304	2560+11%
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.589 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+17%
Boost Clock	1647 MHz	1733 MHz+5%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	144	160+11%
L1 Cache	864 KB	960 KB+11%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	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 NVS 420 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.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10_0 (Quadro NVS 420) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	10_0	12+20%
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD (Quadro NVS 420) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	PureVideo HD	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro NVS 420 draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 57.1% difference. The Quadro NVS 420 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro NVS 420) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 160mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro NVS 420	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	100W-44%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	160mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Perf/Watt	1.4	55.9+3893%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro NVS 420 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Quadro NVS 420 costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.8 (Quadro NVS 420) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2366.2% better value. The Quadro NVS 420 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).