Quadro P400 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 P400 is positioned at rank #143 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 P400

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

92%

#72

Quadro P4200

MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110

88%

#128

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1504%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

100%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

98%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

96%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

94%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

93%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

93%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

92%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

92%

#155

Radeon Pro WX 4150

MSRP: $300|Avg: $120

90%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

87%

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 506.6% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro P400.

Insight	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-506.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+506.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 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 $60), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 506.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+506.6%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 P400 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P400 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro P400

The Quadro P400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1252 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,659 points. Launch price was $119.99.

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 P400 scores 1,659 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 506.6%. The Quadro P400 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 256 (Quadro P400) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.641 TFLOPS (Quadro P400) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1252 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,659	10,064+507%
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	14 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	256	2560+900%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.641 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+1284%
Boost Clock	1252 MHz	1733 MHz+38%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	16	160+900%
L1 Cache	96 KB	960 KB+900%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro P400	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 P400 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro P400) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (Quadro P400) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12_1	12
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (Quadro P400) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 6th Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 4th Gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P400 draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The Quadro P400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro P400) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 145mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro P400	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	30W-83%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	145mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Perf/Watt	55.3	55.9+1%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro P400 launched at $169 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 27.6 (Quadro P400) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 507.6% better value. The Quadro P400 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).