Quadro 2000 D
VS
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

Quadro 2000 D vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

NVIDIA

Quadro 2000 D

2011Core: 625 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

2022Core: 1552 MHzBoost: 1777 MHz

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. The Quadro 2000 D is positioned at rank #288 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Quadro 2000 D

#111
Tesla P40
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150
100%
#112
GRID RTX6000-1Q
MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500
97%
#113
Quadro RTX 8000
MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999
96%
#114
Quadro GP100
MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335
95%
#115
Radeon Instinct MI60
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600
94%
#272
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
7137%
#288
Quadro 2000 D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $35
100%
#289
FirePro V5900
MSRP: $599|Avg: $15
100%
#290
FirePro S9000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156
98%
#293
GRID P40-4Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
96%
#294
RTXA5000-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500
95%
#296
GRID P6-2Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
95%
#298
FirePro W9100
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200
94%
#299
GRID K220Q
MSRP: $469|Avg: $40
94%
#301
GRID T4-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000
92%
#302
FirePro 3D V3700
MSRP: $99|Avg: $10
87%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

#8
Radeon RX 9060 XT
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
112%
#9
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8GB
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
111%
#10
Radeon RX 7600
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
111%
#11
Radeon RX 6600
MSRP: $329|Avg: $180
109%
#12
GeForce RTX 4060
MSRP: $299|Avg: $299
109%
#13
Arc B570
MSRP: $219|Avg: $219
107%
#14
Arc B580
MSRP: $249|Avg: $249
107%
#15
Radeon RX 6500 XT
MSRP: $199|Avg: $150
107%
#16
GeForce RTX 3070
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
106%
#17
Radeon RX 6700
MSRP: $379|Avg: $300
105%
#18
Radeon RX 6600 XT
MSRP: $379|Avg: $170
103%
#19
Radeon RX590 GME
MSRP: $173|Avg: $115
103%
#20
Radeon RX 6650 XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $230
102%
#21
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
101%
#22
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
MSRP: $169|Avg: $179
100%
#23
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
MSRP: $249|Avg: $209
100%
#24
Radeon RX 6600 LE
MSRP: $329|Avg: $160
100%
#25
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB
MSRP: $379|Avg: $379
99%
#26
Radeon RX 7700 XT
MSRP: $449|Avg: $380
99%
#27
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
MSRP: $399|Avg: $380
99%
#28
Radeon RX 6750 GRE 10GB
MSRP: $269|Avg: $318
98%
#29
Radeon RX 6700 XT
MSRP: $479|Avg: $230
98%
#30
GeForce RTX 3060
MSRP: $329|Avg: $289
98%
#31
Radeon RX 7400
MSRP: $199|Avg: $199
98%
#32
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
97%
#33
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB
MSRP: $349|Avg: $349
96%
#34
Radeon RX 5300
MSRP: $129|Avg: $50
94%
#35
GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
MSRP: $150|Avg: $77
93%
#36
Radeon RX 6400
MSRP: $159|Avg: $139
93%
#37
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
MSRP: $599|Avg: $330
93%
#38
Arc A750
MSRP: $289|Avg: $229
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2011). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro 2000 D lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 911.7% 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 Quadro 2000 D.

InsightQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-911.7%)
Leading raw performance (+911.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $209 (vs $35), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 69.4% better value per dollar than the Quadro 2000 D.

InsightQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+69.4%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($35)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($209)

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 RTX 3050 8GB

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro 2000 D scores 1,239 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 911.7%. The Quadro 2000 D is built on Fermi while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 40 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 192 (Quadro 2000 D) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000 D) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
G3D Mark Score
1,239
12,535+912%
Architecture
Fermi
Ampere
Process Node
40 nm
8 nm
Shading Units
192
2560+1233%
Compute (TFLOPS)
0.48 TFLOPS
9.098 TFLOPS+1795%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
32
80+150%
L1 Cache
0.25 MB
2.5 MB+900%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
2 MB+700%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
NVIDIA Reflex
💾

Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro 2000 D comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro 2000 D) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
8 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
2 MB+700%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro 2000 D) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12 Ultimate
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
2
4+100%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Decoder: NVDEC 1 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (Quadro 2000 D) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Encoder
NVENC 7th gen
Decoder
NVDEC 1
NVDEC 5th gen
Codecs
MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264
H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro 2000 D draws 62W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 70.8% difference. The Quadro 2000 D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 2000 D) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 178mm vs 242mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 66°C.

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
TDP
62W-52%
130W
Recommended PSU
350W-22%
450W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
8-pin
Length
178mm
242mm
Height
111mm
112mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
66°C-12%
Perf/Watt
20.0
96.4+382%
💰

Value Analysis

The Quadro 2000 D launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB launched at $249 and now averages $209. The Quadro 2000 D costs 83.3% less ($174 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.4 (Quadro 2000 D) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 69.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2011).

FeatureQuadro 2000 DGeForce RTX 3050 8GB
MSRP
$599
$249-58%
Avg Price (30d)
$35-83%
$209
Performance per Dollar
35.4
60.0+69%
Codename
GF106
GA106
Release
October 5 2011
January 4 2022
Ranking
#892
#211