GeForce GTX 570 vs Quadro M2000
GeForce GTX 570
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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.
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Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Quadro M2000 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The Quadro M2000 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 570 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro M2000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 60% more VRAM (4 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 570.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+60%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 570 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $50), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 95.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+95.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 570 and Quadro M2000
GeForce GTX 570
The GeForce GTX 570 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 7 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,930 points. Launch price was $349.
Quadro M2000
The Quadro M2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 8 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 796 MHz to 1163 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,026 points. Launch price was $437.75.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 570 scores 3,930 and the Quadro M2000 reaches 4,026 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 570 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Quadro M2000 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 570) vs 768 (Quadro M2000). Raw compute: 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570) vs 1.786 TFLOPS (Quadro M2000).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,930 | 4,026+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 480 | 768+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.405 TFLOPS | 1.786 TFLOPS+27% |
| ROPs | 40+25% | 32 |
| TMUs | 60+25% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 960 KB+233% | 288 KB |
| L2 Cache | 0.63 MB | 1 MB+59% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GTX 570 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M2000 has 4 GB. The Quadro M2000 offers 60% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 320-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 570) vs 1 MB (Quadro M2000) — the Quadro M2000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2.5 GB | 4 GB+60% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 320-bit+400% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.63 MB | 1 MB+59% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GeForce GTX 570) vs 12_1 (Quadro M2000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 12_1+9% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD (GeForce GTX 570) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro M2000). Decoder: PureVideo HD vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD | NVENC 2nd Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD | NVDEC 2nd Gen |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 570 draws 219W versus the Quadro M2000's 75W — a 98% difference. The Quadro M2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 570) vs 350W (Quadro M2000). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 167mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 219W | 75W-66% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 167mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Perf/Watt | 17.9 | 53.7+200% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 570 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the Quadro M2000 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The GeForce GTX 570 costs 50% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 157.2 (GeForce GTX 570) vs 80.5 (Quadro M2000) — the GeForce GTX 570 offers 95.3% better value. The Quadro M2000 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Quadro M2000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-50% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 157.2+95% | 80.5 |
| Codename | GF110 | GM206 |
| Release | December 7 2010 | April 8 2016 |
| Ranking | #497 | #491 |
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