GeForce GTX 560M SLI vs Quadro K620

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 560M SLI

2011Core: 775 MHz

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NVIDIA

Quadro K620

2014Core: 1058 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz

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Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce GTX 560M SLI

2011

Why buy it

  • Competitive enough if your priority is price, power, or specific feature preference.

Trade-offs

  • Very weak future-proofing: 2011-era hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
  • Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 14.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $150 MSRP).
  • 122.2% higher power demand at 100W vs 45W.

Quadro K620

2014

Why buy it

  • Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 14.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($150 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
  • Draws 45W instead of 100W, a 55W reduction.
  • More future proof: Maxwell (2014−2017) on 28nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

  • Very weak future-proofing: 2014-era hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 560M SLI better than Quadro K620?
Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 2,274 vs 2,213 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce GTX 560M SLI is the overall package: you are getting no meaningful modern upscaling stack.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
GeForce GTX 560M SLI is the safer long-term GPU choice because it gives you the stronger overall hardware and feature outlook for modern games.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?
GeForce GTX 560M SLI is the smarter buy by a wide margin. GeForce GTX 560M SLI is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $150 MSRP, and you are getting 2.8% higher G3D Mark. Quadro K620 really only makes sense now as a very cheap stopgap or a used-market placeholder.
When does Quadro K620 make more sense than GeForce GTX 560M SLI?
Yes. Quadro K620 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is newer architecture, lower power draw (45W vs 100W), and staying closer to $150 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of GeForce GTX 560M SLI. The trade-off is that GeForce GTX 560M SLI currently gives you 2.8% higher G3D Mark. Quadro K620 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
1080p
low64 FPS20 FPS
medium53 FPS12 FPS
high36 FPS7 FPS
ultra25 FPS4 FPS
1440p
low51 FPS9 FPS
medium43 FPS5 FPS
high26 FPS2 FPS
ultra18 FPS1 FPS
4K
low21 FPS4 FPS
medium20 FPS2 FPS
high12 FPS1 FPS
ultra10 FPS1 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
1080p
low67 FPS77 FPS
medium45 FPS48 FPS
high33 FPS35 FPS
ultra21 FPS22 FPS
1440p
low38 FPS22 FPS
medium21 FPS16 FPS
high15 FPS11 FPS
ultra11 FPS8 FPS
4K
low13 FPS6 FPS
medium8 FPS4 FPS
high6 FPS4 FPS
ultra5 FPS3 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
1080p
low102 FPS100 FPS
medium82 FPS80 FPS
high68 FPS66 FPS
ultra51 FPS50 FPS
1440p
low77 FPS75 FPS
medium61 FPS60 FPS
high51 FPS50 FPS
ultra38 FPS37 FPS
4K
low51 FPS50 FPS
medium41 FPS40 FPS
high34 FPS33 FPS
ultra26 FPS25 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
1080p
low102 FPS100 FPS
medium82 FPS80 FPS
high68 FPS66 FPS
ultra51 FPS50 FPS
1440p
low77 FPS75 FPS
medium61 FPS60 FPS
high51 FPS50 FPS
ultra38 FPS37 FPS
4K
low51 FPS50 FPS
medium41 FPS40 FPS
high34 FPS33 FPS
ultra26 FPS25 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 560M SLI and Quadro K620

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 560M SLI

The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 775 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,274 points.

NVIDIA

Quadro K620

The Quadro K620 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1058 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,213 points. Launch price was $189.89.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 560M SLI scores 2,274 and the Quadro K620 reaches 2,213 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is built on Fermi while the Quadro K620 uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs 384 (Quadro K620).

FeatureGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
G3D Mark Score
2,274+3%
2,213
Architecture
Fermi
Maxwell
Process Node
40 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
384
384

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 560M SLI gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Quadro K620 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
Upscaling Tech
Upscaling support
Upscaling support
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 560M SLI draws 100W versus the Quadro K620's 45W — a 75.9% difference. The Quadro K620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs 350W (Quadro K620). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
TDP
100W
45W-55%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
90°C
Perf/Watt
22.7
49.2+117%
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Value Analysis

The Quadro K620 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2011).

FeatureGeForce GTX 560M SLIQuadro K620
MSRP
$150
Codename
N12E-GS
GM107
Release
January 6 2011
July 22 2014
Ranking
#632
#660