Quadro P6000
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro P6000 vs GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

Quadro P6000

2016Core: 1506 MHzBoost: 1645 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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. 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 P6000

#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
190%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
189%
#94
RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799
171%
#96
L4
MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800
167%
#97
RTX 6000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500
162%
#98
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000
161%
#99
Tesla M40
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099
158%
#100
Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499
146%
#101
141%
#102
Radeon Pro Vega II Duo
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500
123%
#103
Radeon Pro W6800X Duo
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
114%
#104
Radeon Pro W6900X
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000
112%
#105
Quadro RTX 6000
MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800
110%
#106
L40S
MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500
103%
#107
Quadro P6000
MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500
100%
#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
91%
#109
Quadro M6000 24GB
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600
90%
#110
Quadro GV100
MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999
81%
#111
Tesla P40
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150
80%
#112
GRID RTX6000-1Q
MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500
77%
#113
Quadro RTX 8000
MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999
77%
#114
Quadro GP100
MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335
76%
#115
Radeon Instinct MI60
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600
75%
#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
61%
#117
L40
MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174
41%
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 P6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 54.1% higher G3D Mark score and 290.6% more VRAM (23 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.

InsightQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
Performance
Leading raw performance (+54.1%)
Lower raw frame rates (-54.1%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+290.6%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
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 $1,500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 1522% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1522%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500)
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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro P6000 and GeForce GTX 1060

NVIDIA

Quadro P6000

The Quadro P6000 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: 15,512 points. Launch price was $5,999.

NVIDIA

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.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro P6000 scores 15,512 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Quadro P6000 leads by 54.1%. The Quadro P6000 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 3,840 (Quadro P6000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 12.63 TFLOPS (Quadro P6000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1645 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
15,512+54%
10,064
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

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce 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
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro P6000 comes with 23 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Quadro P6000 offers 290.6% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (Quadro P6000) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 125% advantage for the Quadro P6000. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Quadro P6000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Quadro P6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity
23.438 GB+291%
6 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5X
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
432 GB/s+125%
192 GB/s
Bus Width
384-bit+100%
192-bit
L2 Cache
3 MB+50%
2 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Quadro P6000) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX
12.1
12
Vulkan
1.1
1.3+18%
OpenGL
4.5
4.5
Max Displays
4
4
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5.0 (2x) (Quadro P6000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP8 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Quadro P6000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder
NVENC 5.0 (2x)
NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP8
NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
H.264,H.265/HEVC
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P6000 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (Quadro P6000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
TDP
250W
180W-28%
Recommended PSU
650W
400W-38%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
267mm
173mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
85°C
Perf/Watt
62.0+11%
55.9
💰

Value Analysis

The Quadro P6000 launched at $5999 MSRP and currently averages $1500, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 96% less ($1440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.3 (Quadro P6000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1528.2% better value.

FeatureQuadro P6000GeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$5999
$249-96%
Avg Price (30d)
$1500
$60-96%
Performance per Dollar
10.3
167.7+1528%
Codename
GP102
GP104
Release
October 1 2016
May 27 2016
Ranking
#141
#137