Quadro 2000 D vs GeForce GTX 280
Quadro 2000 D
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GeForce GTX 280
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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 Quadro 2000 D is positioned at rank 288 and the GeForce GTX 280 is on rank 314, so the Quadro 2000 D offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 2000 D
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 280
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 280 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 2000 D offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 2000 D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 2000 D holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $649), it costs 95% less, resulting in a 1687.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1687.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($35) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($649) |
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 Quadro 2000 D and GeForce GTX 280
Quadro 2000 D
The Quadro 2000 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 5 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 625 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 62W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,239 points. Launch price was $599.
GeForce GTX 280
The GeForce GTX 280 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 236W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,285 points. Launch price was $649.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 2000 D scores 1,239 and the GeForce GTX 280 reaches 1,285 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 2000 D is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 280 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro 2000 D) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 280). Raw compute: 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000 D) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 280).
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,239 | 1,285+4% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 240+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.48 TFLOPS | 0.6221 TFLOPS+30% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 80+150% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro 2000 D comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 280 has 1 GB. The Quadro 2000 D offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+300% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro 2000 D) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 280). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+8% | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: NVDEC 1 vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (Quadro 2000 D) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280).
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | None |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1 | PureVideo HD (VP2) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 2000 D draws 62W versus the GeForce GTX 280's 236W — a 116.8% difference. The Quadro 2000 D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 2000 D) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 280). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin. Card length: 178mm vs 267mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85.
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 62W-74% | 236W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin |
| Length | 178mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 20.0+270% | 5.4 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 2000 D launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce GTX 280 launched at $649 and now averages $649. The Quadro 2000 D costs 94.6% less ($614 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.4 (Quadro 2000 D) vs 2.0 (GeForce GTX 280) — the Quadro 2000 D offers 1670% better value. The Quadro 2000 D is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro 2000 D | GeForce GTX 280 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599-8% | $649 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-95% | $649 |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.4+1670% | 2.0 |
| Codename | GF106 | GT200 |
| Release | October 5 2011 | June 16 2008 |
| Ranking | #892 | #802 |
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