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GRID K2
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RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
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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.
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. The GRID K2 is positioned at rank 381 and the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is on rank 393, so the GRID K2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K2
Performance Per Dollar RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is significantly newer (2025 vs 2013). The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID K2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K2.
| Insight | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $80 versus $8,565 for the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q, it costs 99% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 10567.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+10567.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($80) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,565) |
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 GRID K2 and RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
GRID K2
The GRID K2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,737 points. Launch price was $5,199.
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,747 points. Launch price was $8,565.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K2 scores 2,737 and the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q reaches 2,747 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K2 is built on Kepler while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K2) vs 24,064 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K2) vs 126 TFLOPS (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q).
| Feature | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,737 | 2,747 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 ×2 | 24064+1467% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 | 126 TFLOPS+5405% |
| ROPs | 32 ×2 | 192+500% |
| TMUs | 128 ×2 | 752+488% |
| L1 Cache | 0.13 MB | 23.5 MB+17977% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 128 MB+25500% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 512-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K2) vs 128 MB (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR7 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 512-bit+700% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 128 MB+25500% |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K2 draws 225W versus the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q's 600W — a 90.9% difference. The GRID K2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K2) vs 350W (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W-63% | 600W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 304mm |
| Height | — | 137mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 12.2+165% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The GRID K2 launched at $5199 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q launched at $8565 and now averages $8565. The GRID K2 costs 99.1% less ($8485 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 34.2 (GRID K2) vs 0.3 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — the GRID K2 offers 11300% better value. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID K2 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5199-39% | $8565 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-99% | $8565 |
| Performance per Dollar | 34.2+11300% | 0.3 |
| Codename | GK104 | GB202 |
| Release | May 11 2013 | March 18 2025 |
| Ranking | #611 | #609 |
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