GeForce GTX 780 vs Quadro K6000

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 K6000

#303

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9719%

#318

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

100%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

100%

#320

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

99%

#321

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

97%

#322

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

93%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

93%

#324

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

91%

#325

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

91%

#326

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

90%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

90%

#328

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

88%

#329

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

86%

#330

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

85%

#331

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

84%

#333

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (265mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $300), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 753.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+753.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($35)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780 and Quadro K6000

GeForce GTX 780

The GeForce GTX 780 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,957 points. Launch price was $649.

Quadro K6000

The Quadro K6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 797 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,993 points. Launch price was $5,265.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 780 scores 7,957 and the Quadro K6000 reaches 7,993 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780 is built on Kepler while the Quadro K6000 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780) vs 2,880 (Quadro K6000). Raw compute: 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780) vs 5.196 TFLOPS (Quadro K6000). Boost clocks: 900 MHz vs 902 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
G3D Mark Score	7,957	7,993
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2304	2880+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.156 TFLOPS	5.196 TFLOPS+25%
Boost Clock	900 MHz	902 MHz
ROPs	48	48
TMUs	192	240+25%
L1 Cache	192 KB	240 KB+25%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
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 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K6000 has 12 GB. The Quadro K6000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780) vs 211 GB/s (Quadro K6000) — a 36.5% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
VRAM Capacity	6 GB	12 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s+36%	211 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+50%	256-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780) vs 11.0 (Quadro K6000). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
DirectX	12 (11_0)+9%	11.0
Vulkan	1.0	1.1+10%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 780) vs NVENC 1.0 (Quadro K6000). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (Quadro K6000).

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	NVENC 1.0
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD VP5
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780 draws 250W versus the Quadro K6000's 225W — a 10.5% difference. The Quadro K6000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 780) vs 350W (Quadro K6000). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 265mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	Quadro K6000
TDP	250W	225W-10%
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	265mm
Height	111mm	110mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80	80°C
Perf/Watt	31.8	35.5+12%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the Quadro K6000 launched at $5265 and now averages $300. The GeForce GTX 780 costs 88.3% less ($265 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 227.3 (GeForce GTX 780) vs 26.6 (Quadro K6000) — the GeForce GTX 780 offers 754.5% better value.