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Quadro 2000
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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 Quadro 2000 is positioned at rank 314 and the Quadro 2000D is on rank 311, so the Quadro 2000D 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
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 2000D
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 2000D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro 2000.
| Insight | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 2000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $40), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 54.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+54.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 2000 and Quadro 2000D
Quadro 2000
The Quadro 2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 24 2010. 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: 948 points. Launch price was $599.
Quadro 2000D
The Quadro 2000D 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: 980 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 2000 scores 948 and the Quadro 2000D reaches 980 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 2000 is built on Fermi while the Quadro 2000D uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 192 (Quadro 2000) vs 192 (Quadro 2000D). Raw compute: 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (Quadro 2000D).
| Feature | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 948 | 980+3% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Fermi |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.48 TFLOPS | 0.48 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro 2000 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 2000D has 4 GB. The Quadro 2000D offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 4 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 2000 draws 62W versus the Quadro 2000D's 62W — a 0% difference. The Quadro 2000D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 2000) vs 350W (Quadro 2000D). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 62W | 62W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 178mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 15.3 | 15.8+3% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 2000 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the Quadro 2000D launched at $599 and now averages $40. The Quadro 2000 costs 37.5% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.9 (Quadro 2000) vs 24.5 (Quadro 2000D) — the Quadro 2000 offers 54.7% better value. The Quadro 2000D is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).
| Feature | Quadro 2000 | Quadro 2000D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-38% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 37.9+55% | 24.5 |
| Codename | GF106 | GF106 |
| Release | December 24 2010 | October 5 2011 |
| Ranking | #902 | #892 |
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