GRID K280Q vs Quadro K5000M
GRID K280Q
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Quadro K5000M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 K280Q is positioned at rank 323 and the Quadro K5000M is on rank 50, so the Quadro K5000M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K280Q
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K5000M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K280Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K5000M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K280Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K280Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $509), it costs 90% less, resulting in a 930.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+930.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($509) |
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 K280Q and Quadro K5000M
GRID K280Q
The GRID K280Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,840 points. Launch price was $1,875.
Quadro K5000M
The Quadro K5000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 7 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 601 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,805 points. Launch price was $329.99.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K280Q scores 2,840 and the Quadro K5000M reaches 2,805 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K280Q is built on Kepler while the Quadro K5000M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K280Q) vs 1,344 (Quadro K5000M). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K280Q) vs 1.615 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000M).
| Feature | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,840+1% | 2,805 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+14% | 1344 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS+42% | 1.615 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+14% | 112 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB+14% | 112 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID K280Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5000M has 4 GB. The Quadro K5000M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GRID K280Q) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro K5000M). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 12 (11_0)+9% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K280Q draws 225W versus the Quadro K5000M's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The Quadro K5000M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K280Q) vs 350W (Quadro K5000M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 100W-56% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 81°C |
| Perf/Watt | 12.6 | 28.1+123% |
Value Analysis
The GRID K280Q costs 90.2% less ($459 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 56.8 (GRID K280Q) vs 5.5 (Quadro K5000M) — the GRID K280Q offers 932.7% better value. The GRID K280Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | GRID K280Q | Quadro K5000M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2000 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-90% | $509 |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.8+933% | 5.5 |
| Codename | GK104 | GK104 |
| Release | June 28 2013 | August 7 2012 |
| Ranking | #595 | #600 |
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