GeForce GTX 560 vs Quadro K5000M

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 560

2011Core: 810 MHz

Quadro K5000M

2012Core: 601 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 560

150

2,768

0.0%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

Quadro K5000M

100

2,805

+1.3%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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. 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 K5000M

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Intel Arc Pro B60

MSRP: $500|Avg: $450

98%

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Radeon PRO W7600

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

98%

#25

RTX 2000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $625|Avg: $750

98%

#26

Radeon Pro Vega 48

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

89%

#27

Radeon Pro 5700 XT

MSRP: $500|Avg: $280

89%

#35

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

527%

#50

Quadro K5000M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $509

100%

#51

Radeon PRO W6300

MSRP: $200|Avg: $150

99%

#52

Quadro K4100M

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $261

99%

#58

Quadro K2000M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

89%

#60

Intel Arc Pro A60

MSRP: $380|Avg: $380

89%

#63

T400 4GB

MSRP: $159|Avg: $99

85%

#64

Radeon Pro 5300

MSRP: $300|Avg: $150

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K5000M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 560.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 560 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $509), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1574.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1574.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($509)

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.

GeForce GTX 560 Benchmark Check

Quadro K5000M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 560 and Quadro K5000M

GeForce GTX 560

The GeForce GTX 560 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,768 points. Launch price was $199.

Quadro K5000M

The Quadro K5000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 7 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 601 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,805 points. Launch price was $329.99.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 560 scores 2,768 and the Quadro K5000M reaches 2,805 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Quadro K5000M uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 560) vs 1,344 (Quadro K5000M). Raw compute: 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560) vs 1.615 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
G3D Mark Score	2,768	2,805+1%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	336	1344+300%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.089 TFLOPS	1.615 TFLOPS+48%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	112+100%
L1 Cache	448 KB+300%	112 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 560 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5000M has 4 GB. The Quadro K5000M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	4 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 560) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Quadro K5000M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
Encoder	—	1st Gen NVENC (Kepler)
Decoder	—	PureVideo HD VP5
Codecs	H.264	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 560 draws 150W versus the Quadro K5000M's 100W — a 40% difference. The Quadro K5000M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 560) vs 350W (Quadro K5000M). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	Quadro K5000M
TDP	150W	100W-33%
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	81°C
Perf/Watt	18.5	28.1+52%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 560 costs 94.1% less ($479 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 92.3 (GeForce GTX 560) vs 5.5 (Quadro K5000M) — the GeForce GTX 560 offers 1578.2% better value. The Quadro K5000M is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2011).