Tesla P40 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. 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 P40

#96

L4

MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800

209%

#97

RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

202%

#98

RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

202%

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

198%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

182%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

176%

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

154%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

143%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

140%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

137%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

129%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

125%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

114%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

113%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

102%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

100%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

97%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

96%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

95%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

94%

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

76%

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

51%

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 Tesla P40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 17.3% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (24 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1060.

Insight	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+17.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-17.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
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. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $150), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 113.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+113.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅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 P40 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Tesla P40 and GeForce GTX 1060

Tesla P40

The Tesla P40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1303 MHz to 1531 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 11,808 points. Launch price was $5,699.

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 P40 scores 11,808 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the Tesla P40 leads by 17.3%. The Tesla P40 is built on Pascal while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on a 16 nm process. Shader units: 3,840 (Tesla P40) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 11.76 TFLOPS (Tesla P40) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1531 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	11,808+17%	10,064
Architecture	Pascal	Pascal
Process Node	16 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	3840+50%	2560
Compute (TFLOPS)	11.76 TFLOPS+33%	8.873 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1531 MHz	1733 MHz+13%
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	240+50%	160
L1 Cache	1.4 MB+49%	0.94 MB
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Tesla P40	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 P40 comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The Tesla P40 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (Tesla P40) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the Tesla P40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	24 GB+300%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit
L2 Cache	3 MB+50%	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (Tesla P40) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12.1	12
Vulkan	1.1	1.3+18%
OpenGL	4.5	4.5
Max Displays	0	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (Tesla P40) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (Tesla P40) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC 4.0 (2x)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The Tesla P40 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Tesla P40) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 173mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Tesla P40	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	250W	180W-28%
Recommended PSU	500W	400W-20%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	267mm	173mm
Height	112mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	47.2	55.9+18%

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Value Analysis

The Tesla P40 launched at $5699 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 1060 costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 78.7 (Tesla P40) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 113.1% better value.