Radeon Pro WX 2100
VS
GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon Pro WX 2100 vs GeForce GTX 1060

AMD

Radeon Pro WX 2100

2017Core: 925 MHzBoost: 1219 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. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is positioned at rank #118 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 Radeon Pro WX 2100

#62
RTX A4500
MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800
99%
#63
RTX 4500 Ada Generation
MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000
99%
#64
RTX 4000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547
96%
#65
RTX A4000H
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927
94%
#66
Radeon PRO W7800
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200
87%
#103
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
1176%
#118
Radeon Pro WX 2100
MSRP: $149|Avg: $45
100%
#119
CMP 40HX
MSRP: $699|Avg: $120
100%
#124
Radeon Pro W5500X
MSRP: $599|Avg: $500
98%
#125
Quadro T2000
MSRP: $600|Avg: $75
97%
#130
FirePro D300
MSRP: $500|Avg: $20
91%
#131
Radeon Pro WX 3200
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
88%
#132
Radeon Pro WX 5100
MSRP: $499|Avg: $120
88%
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 437.9% 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 Radeon Pro WX 2100.

InsightRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-437.9%)
Leading raw performance (+437.9%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
🛑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 $45 (vs $60), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 303.4% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+303.4%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($45)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 Radeon Pro WX 2100 and GeForce GTX 1060

AMD

Radeon Pro WX 2100

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,871 points. Launch price was $149.

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 Radeon Pro WX 2100 scores 1,871 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 437.9%. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 14 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.248 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1219 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score
1,871
10,064+438%
Architecture
GCN 4.0
Pascal
Process Node
14 nm
16 nm
Shading Units
512
2560+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.248 TFLOPS
8.873 TFLOPS+611%
Boost Clock
1219 MHz
1733 MHz+42%
ROPs
16
64+300%
TMUs
32
160+400%
L1 Cache
128 KB
960 KB+650%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
2 MB+700%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce 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 WX 2100 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: 0.25 MB (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
6 GB+200%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
192-bit+200%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
2 MB+700%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX
12 (12_0)
12
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6+2%
4.5
Max Displays
3
4+33%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder
VCE 3.4 (Polaris)
NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder
UVD 6.3
NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs
H.264,HEVC
H.264,H.265/HEVC
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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 draws 35W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 134.9% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
TDP
35W-81%
180W
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
6-pin
Length
168mm
173mm
Height
69mm
111mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
53.5
55.9+4%
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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro WX 2100 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 costs 25% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 41.6 (Radeon Pro WX 2100) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 303.1% better value. The Radeon Pro WX 2100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).

FeatureRadeon Pro WX 2100GeForce GTX 1060
MSRP
$149-40%
$249
Avg Price (30d)
$45-25%
$60
Performance per Dollar
41.6
167.7+303%
Codename
Lexa
GP104
Release
June 4 2017
May 27 2016
Ranking
#702
#137