
GeForce GTX TITAN X vs Quadro P5000

GeForce GTX TITAN X
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P5000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro P5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (16 GB vs 12 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX TITAN X.
| Insight | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX TITAN X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX TITAN X holds the technical lead. Priced at $120 (vs $400), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 230.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+230.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX TITAN X and Quadro P5000

GeForce GTX TITAN X
The GeForce GTX TITAN X is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1075 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,621 points. Launch price was $999.

Quadro P5000
The Quadro P5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,728 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX TITAN X scores 12,621 and the Quadro P5000 reaches 12,728 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX TITAN X is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro P5000 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 2,048 (Quadro P5000). Raw compute: 6.691 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (Quadro P5000). Boost clocks: 1075 MHz vs 1733 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,621 | 12,728 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+50% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 6.691 TFLOPS | 8.873 TFLOPS+33% |
| Boost Clock | 1075 MHz | 1733 MHz+61% |
| ROPs | 96+50% | 64 |
| TMUs | 192+20% | 160 |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB+17% | 0.94 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX TITAN X comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro P5000 has 16 GB. The Quadro P5000 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 336 GB/s (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 288 GB/s (Quadro P5000) — a 16.7% advantage for the GeForce GTX TITAN X. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 3 MB (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 2 MB (Quadro P5000) — the GeForce GTX TITAN X has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB | 16 GB+33% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 336 GB/s+17% | 288 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+50% | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB+50% | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 12.1 (Quadro P5000). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (FL 12_1) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+30% | 1.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd gen (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 6th Gen NVENC (Quadro P5000). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd gen vs 3rd Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Quadro P5000).
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2nd gen | 6th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | NVDEC 2nd gen | 3rd Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX TITAN X draws 250W versus the Quadro P5000's 180W — a 32.6% difference. The Quadro P5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 500W (Quadro P5000). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 83°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 180W-28% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 500W-17% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 83°C | 80°C-4% |
| Perf/Watt | 50.5 | 70.7+40% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX TITAN X launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the Quadro P5000 launched at $2499 and now averages $400. The GeForce GTX TITAN X costs 70% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 105.2 (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 31.8 (Quadro P5000) — the GeForce GTX TITAN X offers 230.8% better value. The Quadro P5000 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).
| Feature | GeForce GTX TITAN X | Quadro P5000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999-60% | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-70% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 105.2+231% | 31.8 |
| Codename | GM200 | GP104 |
| Release | March 17 2015 | October 1 2016 |
| Ranking | #209 | #206 |
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