GeForce GTX 770M SLI vs Quadro K4000

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 770M SLI

2013Core: 811 MHz

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NVIDIA

Quadro K4000

2013Core: 810 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 770M SLI

2013

Why buy it

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

Trade-offs

  • Less VRAM, with 2 GB vs 3 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
  • Very weak future-proofing: 2013-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 2.1 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $1,269 MSRP).
  • 87.5% higher power demand at 150W vs 80W.

Quadro K4000

2013

Why buy it

  • Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 2.1 vs 0 G3D/$ ($1,269 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).
  • 50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (3 GB vs 2 GB).
  • Draws 80W instead of 150W, a 70W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Very weak future-proofing: 2013-era hardware with 3 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce GTX 770M SLI better than Quadro K4000?
Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 2,803 vs 2,719 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer GeForce GTX 770M 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 770M 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 770M SLI is the smarter buy by a wide margin. GeForce GTX 770M SLI is priced in an unclear MSRP range at an unclear MSRP versus $1,269 MSRP, and you are getting 3.1% higher G3D Mark. Quadro K4000 really only makes sense now as a very cheap stopgap or a used-market placeholder.
Is Quadro K4000 still worth buying for gaming in 2026?
No, not for a fresh gaming build. Quadro K4000 is 2013 hardware with 3 GB of VRAM, 2,719 in G3D Mark, and no meaningful modern upscaling stack. That is simply too far behind to be an easy modern recommendation.

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 770M SLIQuadro K4000
1080p
low47 FPS32 FPS
medium38 FPS21 FPS
high26 FPS14 FPS
ultra15 FPS8 FPS
1440p
low37 FPS25 FPS
medium27 FPS15 FPS
high17 FPS8 FPS
ultra9 FPS4 FPS
4K
low12 FPS9 FPS
medium10 FPS6 FPS
high6 FPS4 FPS
ultra6 FPS3 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
1080p
low103 FPS39 FPS
medium72 FPS19 FPS
high51 FPS14 FPS
ultra34 FPS9 FPS
1440p
low56 FPS20 FPS
medium32 FPS9 FPS
high22 FPS7 FPS
ultra16 FPS5 FPS
4K
low18 FPS6 FPS
medium11 FPS3 FPS
high9 FPS3 FPS
ultra7 FPS2 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
1080p
low126 FPS122 FPS
medium101 FPS98 FPS
high84 FPS82 FPS
ultra63 FPS61 FPS
1440p
low95 FPS92 FPS
medium76 FPS73 FPS
high63 FPS61 FPS
ultra47 FPS46 FPS
4K
low63 FPS61 FPS
medium50 FPS49 FPS
high42 FPS41 FPS
ultra32 FPS31 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
1080p
low126 FPS122 FPS
medium101 FPS98 FPS
high79 FPS82 FPS
ultra50 FPS61 FPS
1440p
low84 FPS75 FPS
medium62 FPS61 FPS
high47 FPS52 FPS
ultra31 FPS35 FPS
4K
low44 FPS39 FPS
medium31 FPS30 FPS
high23 FPS26 FPS
ultra16 FPS17 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 770M SLI and Quadro K4000

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 770M SLI

The GeForce GTX 770M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 811 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,803 points.

NVIDIA

Quadro K4000

The Quadro K4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,719 points. Launch price was $1,269.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 770M SLI scores 2,803 and the Quadro K4000 reaches 2,719 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 770M SLI is built on Kepler while the Quadro K4000 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,920 (GeForce GTX 770M SLI) vs 768 (Quadro K4000).

FeatureGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
G3D Mark Score
2,803+3%
2,719
Architecture
Kepler
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1920+150%
768

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 770M SLI gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Quadro K4000 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
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)

The GeForce GTX 770M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K4000 has 3 GB. The Quadro K4000 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
3 GB+50%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
256-bit+300%
64-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 770M SLI draws 150W versus the Quadro K4000's 80W — a 60.9% difference. The Quadro K4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 770M SLI) vs 350W (Quadro K4000). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce GTX 770M SLIQuadro K4000
TDP
150W
80W-47%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt
18.7
34.0+82%