Radeon Pro V520 vs GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon Pro V520

2020Core: 1000 MHzBoost: 1600 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon Pro V520

225

8,000

0.0%

Radeon HD 7870 XT

Radeon RX 6300

Radeon R9 380X

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

10,064

+25.8%

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 Radeon Pro V520 is positioned at rank #139 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 Radeon Pro V520

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

90%

#124

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1477%

#139

Radeon Pro V520

MSRP: $800|Avg: $300

100%

#140

Quadro T1000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $120

100%

#141

Quadro M5500

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

99%

#142

Quadro K1200

MSRP: $300|Avg: $184

99%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

98%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

96%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

96%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

95%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

94%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

92%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

92%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

91%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

91%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

90%

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 Radeon Pro V520 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Pro V520 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 25.8% 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 Radeon Pro V520.

Insight	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-25.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+25.8%)
Longevity	RDNA 1.0 (2019−2020) (7nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
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 $300 for the Radeon Pro V520, it costs 80% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 529% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+529%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)	✅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.

Radeon Pro V520 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro V520 and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon Pro V520

The Radeon Pro V520 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the RDNA 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1600 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,000 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 Radeon Pro V520 scores 8,000 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 25.8%. The Radeon Pro V520 is built on RDNA 1.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 7 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (Radeon Pro V520) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 7.373 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro V520) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1600 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	8,000	10,064+26%
Architecture	RDNA 1.0	Pascal
Process Node	7 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2304	2560+11%
Compute (TFLOPS)	7.373 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+20%
Boost Clock	1600 MHz	1733 MHz+8%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	144	160+11%
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Pro V520	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	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon Pro V520 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: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Radeon Pro V520) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Radeon Pro V520 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Radeon Pro V520) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCN 2.0 (Radeon Pro V520) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: VCN 2.0 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Radeon Pro V520) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	VCN 2.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	VCN 2.0	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro V520 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro V520) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon Pro V520	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	225W	180W-20%
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	35.6	55.9+57%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro V520 launched at $800 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 80% less ($240 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.7 (Radeon Pro V520) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 528.1% better value. The Radeon Pro V520 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).