Quadro P3200 vs GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro P3200

2018Core: 1328 MHzBoost: 1543 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro P3200

8,578

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile 3 GB

GeForce MX570

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile

TITAN V

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+17.3%

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 P3200 is positioned at rank #86 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced 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 P3200

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

99%

#46

Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

97%

#49

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

89%

#50

RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF Edition

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1750

88%

#51

RTX PRO 4500 Blackwell

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $2015

86%

#71

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

861%

#86

Quadro P3200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $63

100%

#89

Quadro P2000

MSRP: $425|Avg: $190

96%

#90

Quadro T1000

MSRP: $400|Avg: $425

95%

#93

Radeon Pro 580

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

90%

#94

T1000 8GB

MSRP: $500|Avg: $380

89%

#99

Quadro K620

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

86%

#100

Tesla K20Xm

MSRP: $7699|Avg: N/A

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro P3200 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro P3200 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 17.3% 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 P3200.

Insight	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-17.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+17.3%)
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	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $63 for the Quadro P3200, it costs 5% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 23.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+23.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($63)	✅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 P3200 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P3200 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro P3200

The Quadro P3200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1328 MHz to 1543 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,578 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 P3200 scores 8,578 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 17.3%. The Quadro P3200 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 1,792 (Quadro P3200) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 5.53 TFLOPS (Quadro P3200) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1543 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	8,578	10,064+17%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1792	2560+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.53 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+60%
Boost Clock	1543 MHz	1733 MHz+12%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	112	160+43%
L1 Cache	672 KB	960 KB+43%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P3200	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 P3200 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: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (Quadro P3200) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	2 MB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (Quadro P3200) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (Quadro P3200) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.265,H.264 (Quadro P3200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 6th Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd Gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.265,H.264	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P3200 draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 82.4% difference. The Quadro P3200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro P3200) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro P3200	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	75W-58%	180W
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	0mm	173mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	114.4+105%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P3200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $63, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 4.8% less ($3 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 136.2 (Quadro P3200) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 23.1% better value. The Quadro P3200 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).