Quadro RTX A6000 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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Performance Per Dollar Quadro RTX A6000

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Quadro RTX 5000

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

137%

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Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

137%

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Radeon Pro W6800X

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

131%

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Tesla T10

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975

128%

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RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

126%

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Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

124%

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Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

122%

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RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

120%

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Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

114%

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A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

111%

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Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

110%

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Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

109%

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Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

104%

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RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

102%

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RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

100%

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Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

100%

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RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799

90%

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L4

MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800

88%

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RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

86%

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RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

85%

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Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

83%

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Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

77%

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RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

74%

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Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

65%

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Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

60%

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Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

59%

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Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

58%

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L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

54%

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Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

53%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

48%

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 RTX A6000 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro RTX A6000 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 Quadro RTX A6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 126.5% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (48 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.

Insight	Quadro RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+126.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-126.5%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (48 GB)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $3,500 for the Quadro RTX A6000, it costs 98% less. While it maintains significantly lower raw performance, this results in a 2475.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2475.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($3,500)	✅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.

Quadro RTX A6000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro RTX A6000 and GeForce GTX 1060

Quadro RTX A6000

The Quadro RTX A6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 5 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1800 MHz. It has 10752 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,798 points. Launch price was $4,649.

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 RTX A6000 scores 22,798 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Quadro RTX A6000 leads by 126.5%. The Quadro RTX A6000 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 10,752 (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 38.71 TFLOPS (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1800 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Quadro RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	22,798+127%	10,064
Architecture	Ampere	Pascal
Process Node	8 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	10752+320%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	38.71 TFLOPS+336%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1800 MHz+4%	1733 MHz
ROPs	112+75%	64
TMUs	336+110%	160
L1 Cache	10.5 MB+1017%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro RTX A6000	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	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro RTX A6000 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Quadro RTX A6000 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 768 GB/s (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1060) — a 300% advantage for the Quadro RTX A6000. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Quadro RTX A6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	48 GB+700%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	768 GB/s+300%	192 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+100%	192-bit
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (Quadro RTX A6000) 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 RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 Ultimate	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 (7th Gen) (Quadro RTX A6000) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (Quadro RTX A6000) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Quadro RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (7th Gen)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC (5th Gen)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro RTX A6000 draws 300W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: 8-pin EPS vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro RTX A6000	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	300W	180W-40%
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	8-pin EPS	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	76.0+36%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro RTX A6000 launched at $4649 MSRP and currently averages $3500, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 98.3% less ($3440 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.5 (Quadro RTX A6000) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 2480% better value. The Quadro RTX A6000 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).