Radeon 3000 vs Quadro 7000

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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro 7000

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Tesla K20m

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61554%

#397

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

100%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

100%

#399

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

100%

#400

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

96%

#401

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

96%

#402

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

92%

#403

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

83%

#405

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

83%

#406

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

75%

#408

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

71%

#409

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

67%

#410

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

67%

#412

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

50%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon 3000 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The Radeon 3000 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro 7000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro 7000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3476.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon 3000.

Insight	Radeon 3000	Quadro 7000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3476.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3476.5%)
Longevity	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro 7000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $300 (vs $49), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 484.2% better value per dollar than the Radeon 3000.

Insight	Radeon 3000	Quadro 7000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+484.2%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($49)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)

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 3000 Benchmark Check

Quadro 7000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon 3000 and Quadro 7000

Radeon 3000

The Radeon 3000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 98 points.

Quadro 7000

The Quadro 7000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 2 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 651 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,505 points. Launch price was $14,499.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon 3000 scores 98 versus the Quadro 7000's 3,505 — the Quadro 7000 leads by 3476.5%. The Radeon 3000 is built on GCN 4.0 while the Quadro 7000 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon 3000) vs 512 (Quadro 7000). Raw compute: 1.247 TFLOPS (Radeon 3000) vs 1.3322 TFLOPS (Quadro 7000).

Feature	Radeon 3000	Quadro 7000
G3D Mark Score	98	3,505+3477%
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	512	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.247 TFLOPS	1.3322 TFLOPS+7%
ROPs	16	48+200%
TMUs	32	64+100%
L1 Cache	128 KB	896 KB+600%
L2 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon 3000	Quadro 7000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon 3000 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro 7000 has 6 GB. The Quadro 7000 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Radeon 3000) vs 768 KB (Quadro 7000) — the Quadro 7000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon 3000	Quadro 7000
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon 3000 draws 50W versus the Quadro 7000's 204W — a 121.3% difference. The Radeon 3000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon 3000) vs 350W (Quadro 7000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon 3000	Quadro 7000
TDP	50W-75%	204W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	2.0	17.2+760%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon 3000 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Quadro 7000 launched at $14499 and now averages $300. The Radeon 3000 costs 83.7% less ($251 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 2.0 (Radeon 3000) vs 11.7 (Quadro 7000) — the Quadro 7000 offers 485% better value. The Radeon 3000 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).