Tesla M6 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 Tesla M6 is positioned at rank #188 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 Tesla M6

#82

RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

99%

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

98%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

96%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

94%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

89%

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

87%

#173

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2371%

#188

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

100%

#190

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

98%

#191

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

98%

#193

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

97%

#196

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

94%

#197

GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

93%

#200

Radeon Pro Duo

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $799

89%

#201

P102-100

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

88%

#203

Quadro FX 2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

87%

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 61.7% 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 Tesla M6.

Insight	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-61.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+61.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
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 $60 (vs $84), it costs 29% less, resulting in a 126.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+126.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($84)	✅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.

Tesla M6 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Tesla M6 and GeForce GTX 1060

Tesla M6

The Tesla M6 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 930 MHz to 1180 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,225 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 Tesla M6 scores 6,225 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 61.7%. The Tesla M6 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Tesla M6) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 3.625 TFLOPS (Tesla M6) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1180 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	6,225	10,064+62%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	1536	2560+67%
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.625 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+145%
Boost Clock	1180 MHz	1733 MHz+47%
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	96	160+67%
L1 Cache	576 KB	960 KB+67%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Tesla M6	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	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Tesla M6 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: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (Tesla M6) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12	12
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 5th Gen (Tesla M6) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd Gen vs NVDEC (Pascal).

Feature	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 5th Gen	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	NVDEC 2nd Gen	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	—	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Tesla M6 draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 57.1% difference. The Tesla M6 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M6) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 173mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Tesla M6	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	100W-44%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	1mm	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Perf/Watt	62.3+11%	55.9

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Value Analysis

The Tesla M6 launched at $1000 MSRP and currently averages $84, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 28.6% less ($24 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 74.1 (Tesla M6) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 126.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).