GeForce GTX 660 vs Quadro K5000

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 K5000

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

98%

#298

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9233%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

100%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

99%

#316

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

98%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

96%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

96%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

95%

#320

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

95%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

94%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

93%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

89%

#324

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

89%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

87%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

86%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

86%

#328

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 660 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 660 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 660 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $60), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 305.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+305.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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 660 Benchmark Check

Quadro K5000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 660 and Quadro K5000

GeForce GTX 660

The GeForce GTX 660 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 6 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,040 points. Launch price was $229.

Quadro K5000

The Quadro K5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 17 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 706 MHz to 706 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,989 points. Launch price was $2,499.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 660 scores 4,040 and the Quadro K5000 reaches 3,989 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 660 is built on Kepler while the Quadro K5000 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 960 (GeForce GTX 660) vs 1,536 (Quadro K5000). Raw compute: 1.981 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 660) vs 2.169 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 706 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
G3D Mark Score	4,040+1%	3,989
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	960	1536+60%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.981 TFLOPS	2.169 TFLOPS+9%
Boost Clock	1033 MHz+46%	706 MHz
ROPs	24	32+33%
TMUs	80	128+60%
L1 Cache	80 KB	128 KB+60%
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
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 660 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5000 has 4 GB. The Quadro K5000 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 660) vs 512 KB (Quadro K5000) — the Quadro K5000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
VRAM Capacity	3 GB	4 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	192-bit+200%	64-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB	512 KB+33%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 660) vs 12_0 (Quadro K5000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
DirectX	12	12_0
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 660) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K5000). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC 1st Gen.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	NVENC 2nd Gen
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 660 draws 140W versus the Quadro K5000's 122W — a 13.7% difference. The Quadro K5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 660) vs 350W (Quadro K5000). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660	Quadro K5000
TDP	140W	122W-13%
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	267mm
Slots	2	2
Perf/Watt	28.9	32.7+13%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 660 launched at $229 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 and now averages $60. The GeForce GTX 660 costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 269.3 (GeForce GTX 660) vs 66.5 (Quadro K5000) — the GeForce GTX 660 offers 305% better value.