RTX A4500 Embedded GPU 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. The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is positioned at rank #76 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 RTX A4500 Embedded GPU

#38

Radeon PRO W6600X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $699

88%

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

85%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

85%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

83%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

83%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

80%

#46

Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

78%

#61

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

697%

#76

RTX A4500 Embedded GPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#78

Radeon Pro 570

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

100%

#80

T400

MSRP: $180|Avg: $179

95%

#86

Quadro P3200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $63

81%

#89

Quadro P2000

MSRP: $425|Avg: $190

77%

#90

Quadro T1000

MSRP: $400|Avg: $425

77%

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is significantly newer (2022 vs 2016). The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU 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 18.6% 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 RTX A4500 Embedded GPU.

Insight	RTX A4500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-18.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+18.6%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1060 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

RTX A4500 Embedded GPU Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTX A4500 Embedded GPU and GeForce GTX 1060

RTX A4500 Embedded GPU

The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 510 MHz to 1215 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,485 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 RTX A4500 Embedded GPU scores 8,485 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 18.6%. The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 14.31 TFLOPS (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1215 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	RTX A4500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	8,485	10,064+19%
Architecture	Ampere	Pascal
Process Node	8 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	5888+130%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	14.31 TFLOPS+61%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1215 MHz	1733 MHz+43%
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	184+15%	160
L1 Cache	5.8 MB+517%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	4 MB+100%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTX A4500 Embedded GPU	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 RTX A4500 Embedded GPU 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 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the RTX A4500 Embedded GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTX A4500 Embedded GPU	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: 12.2 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	RTX A4500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.2+2%	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 8.0 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP11 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	RTX A4500 Embedded GPU	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 8.0	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP11	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU draws 80W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 76.9% difference. The RTX A4500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (RTX A4500 Embedded GPU) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.