GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 vs Quadro P3000

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 P3000

#67

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1450

97%

#120

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1388%

#135

Quadro P3000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $80

100%

#136

Quadro P3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $200

100%

#139

Quadro T1000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $120

94%

#140

Radeon Pro V520

MSRP: $800|Avg: $300

94%

#141

Quadro M5500

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

93%

#142

Quadro K1200

MSRP: $300|Avg: $184

93%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

92%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

91%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

90%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

89%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

89%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

87%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro P3000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	Quadro P3000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $80), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 35.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	Quadro P3000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+35.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($80)

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 780 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Quadro P3000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 and Quadro P3000

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 10 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,500 points. Launch price was $649.

Quadro P3000

The Quadro P3000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1645 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,384 points. Launch price was $5,999.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 scores 6,500 and the Quadro P3000 reaches 6,384 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is built on Kepler while the Quadro P3000 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 3,840 (Quadro P3000). Raw compute: 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 12.63 TFLOPS (Quadro P3000). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 1645 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	Quadro P3000
G3D Mark Score	6,500+2%	6,384
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2304	3840+67%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.156 TFLOPS	12.63 TFLOPS+204%
Boost Clock	902 MHz	1645 MHz+82%
ROPs	48	96+100%
TMUs	192	240+25%
L1 Cache	0.19 MB	1.4 MB+637%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	3 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	Quadro P3000
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 780 Rev. 2 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P3000 has 6 GB. The Quadro P3000 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 3 MB (Quadro P3000) — the Quadro P3000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	Quadro P3000
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	6 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	384-bit+50%	256-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	3 MB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 draws 250W versus the Quadro P3000's 250W — a 0% difference. The Quadro P3000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 350W (Quadro P3000). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2	Quadro P3000
TDP	250W	250W
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	26.0+2%	25.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 launched at $649 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Quadro P3000 launched at $600 and now averages $80. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 costs 25% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 108.3 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 79.8 (Quadro P3000) — the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 offers 35.7% better value. The Quadro P3000 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).