GeForce GTX 560M SLI vs Quadro M600M
GeForce GTX 560M SLI
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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. The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is positioned at rank 163 and the Quadro M600M is on rank 25, so the Quadro M600M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 560M SLI
Performance Per Dollar Quadro M600M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M600M.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 560M SLI remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 560M SLI and Quadro M600M
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.
Quadro M600M
The Quadro M600M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 18 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 837 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,221 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 560M SLI scores 2,274 and the Quadro M600M reaches 2,221 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is built on Fermi while the Quadro M600M uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs 384 (Quadro M600M).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,274+2% | 2,221 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro M600M). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.3+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.0 | 4.6+15% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs NVENC 4th Gen (Quadro M600M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Quadro M600M).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | NVENC 4th Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD (VP5) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 560M SLI draws 100W versus the Quadro M600M's 30W — a 107.7% difference. The Quadro M600M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 560M SLI) vs 350W (Quadro M600M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560M SLI | Quadro M600M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 30W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 75°C-17% |
| Perf/Watt | 22.7 | 74.0+226% |
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