GeForce GTX 960 vs Quadro K5200

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 K5200

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L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

98%

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Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

95%

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5411%

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L2

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500

100%

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FirePro W8100

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $200

100%

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Quadro K5200

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70

100%

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Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

98%

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FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

98%

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FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

97%

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Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

97%

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GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

97%

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FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

94%

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GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

92%

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GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

92%

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GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

92%

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FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

91%

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FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K5200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 960.

Insight	GeForce GTX 960	Quadro K5200
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 960 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 960 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $70), it costs 36% less, resulting in a 55.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 960	Quadro K5200
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+55.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70)

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 960 and Quadro K5200

GeForce GTX 960

The GeForce GTX 960 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 22 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1127 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,133 points. Launch price was $199.

Quadro K5200

The Quadro K5200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 667 MHz to 771 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,149 points. Launch price was $1,699.74.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 960 scores 6,133 and the Quadro K5200 reaches 6,149 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 960 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro K5200 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 960) vs 2,304 (Quadro K5200). Raw compute: 2.413 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 960) vs 3.553 TFLOPS (Quadro K5200). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 771 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 960	Quadro K5200
G3D Mark Score	6,133	6,149
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1024	2304+125%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.413 TFLOPS	3.553 TFLOPS+47%
Boost Clock	1178 MHz+53%	771 MHz
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	64	192+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 960	Quadro K5200
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 960 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5200 has 8 GB. The Quadro K5200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 112 GB/s (GeForce GTX 960) vs 211 GB/s (Quadro K5200) — a 88.4% advantage for the Quadro K5200. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 960	Quadro K5200
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	8 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	112 GB/s	211 GB/s+88%
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 960 draws 100W versus the Quadro K5200's 150W — a 40% difference. The GeForce GTX 960 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTX 960) vs 350W (Quadro K5200). Power connectors: 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 960	Quadro K5200
TDP	100W-33%	150W
Recommended PSU	400W	350W-13%
Power Connector	6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	75 C	—
Perf/Watt	61.3+50%	41.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 960 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Quadro K5200 launched at $2250 and now averages $70. The GeForce GTX 960 costs 35.7% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 136.3 (GeForce GTX 960) vs 87.8 (Quadro K5200) — the GeForce GTX 960 offers 55.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 960 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).