Quadro P3000 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 P3000 is positioned at rank #135 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 P3000

#67

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1450

97%

#120

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1388%

#135

Quadro P3000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

100%

#136

Quadro P3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $200

100%

#139

Quadro T1000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $120

94%

#140

Radeon Pro V520

MSRP: $800|Avg: $300

94%

#141

Quadro M5500

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

93%

#142

Quadro K1200

MSRP: $300|Avg: $184

93%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

92%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

91%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

90%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

89%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

89%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

87%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

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 57.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P3000.

Insight	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-57.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+57.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
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 $80), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 110.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+110.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)	✅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 P3000 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro P3000

The Quadro P3000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,384 points. Launch price was $5,999.

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 P3000 scores 6,384 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 57.6%. The Quadro P3000 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 3,840 (Quadro P3000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 12.63 TFLOPS (Quadro P3000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	6,384	10,064+58%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3840+50%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	12.63 TFLOPS+42%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1645 MHz	1733 MHz+5%
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	240+50%	160
L1 Cache	1.4 MB+49%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P3000	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)

Both cards feature 6 GB of video memory. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Quadro P3000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Quadro P3000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Quadro P3000) 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 P3000	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: 6th Gen NVENC (Pascal) (Quadro P3000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: 3rd Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro P3000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	6th Gen NVENC (Pascal)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	3rd Gen NVDEC	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P3000 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P3000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro P3000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
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	25.5	55.9+119%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P3000 launched at $600 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 25% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 79.8 (Quadro P3000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 110.2% better value.