Radeon Pro WX 3100 vs GeForce GTX 1060

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon Pro WX 3100

65

2,584

0.0%

Radeon Vega 6 Ryzen 3 3350U

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+289.5%

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 WX 3100 is positioned at rank #113 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 3100

#59

Radeon Vega Frontier Edition

MSRP: $999|Avg: $150

98%

#60

Radeon Pro WX 8200

MSRP: $999|Avg: $350

97%

#62

RTX A4500

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800

96%

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

95%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

93%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

91%

#98

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1138%

#113

Radeon Pro WX 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $65

100%

#117

Radeon Pro 580X

MSRP: $600|Avg: $200

97%

#118

Radeon Pro WX 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $45

97%

#119

CMP 40HX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $120

96%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

95%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

93%

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 289.5% 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 WX 3100.

Insight	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-289.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+289.5%)
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 (+50%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
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 $65), it costs 8% less, resulting in a 321.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+321.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65)	✅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 WX 3100 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Pro WX 3100 and GeForce GTX 1060

Radeon Pro WX 3100

The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 12 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 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,584 points. Launch price was $199.

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 WX 3100 scores 2,584 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 289.5%. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 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 3100) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 1.248 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1219 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	2,584	10,064+289%
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	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 3100	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 WX 3100 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: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
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 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (12_0)	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce 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 3100 draws 65W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 93.9% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon Pro WX 3100	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	65W-64%	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	39.8	55.9+40%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Pro WX 3100 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $65, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 7.7% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 321.4% better value. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).