Quadro 6000 vs GeForce GTX 560

CPU

GPU

Quadro 6000

2010Core: 574 MHz

GeForce GTX 560

2011Core: 810 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro 6000

204

2,692

0.0%

GeForce 845M

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce MX250

GeForce GTX 980M

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2070

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

GeForce GTX 560

150

2,768

+2.8%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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 6000 is positioned at rank #374 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 6000

#359

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

24218%

#374

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

100%

#375

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#376

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

100%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

98%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

95%

#379

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

92%

#380

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

92%

#381

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

87%

#382

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

87%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

77%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

72%

#385

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

70%

#386

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

70%

#387

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

69%

#388

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

69%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

66%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 560 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 6000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 560
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+500%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 560 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $150), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 414.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 560
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+414.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($30)

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.

Quadro 6000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 560 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 6000 and GeForce GTX 560

Quadro 6000

The Quadro 6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 10 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,692 points. Launch price was $4,399.

GeForce GTX 560

The GeForce GTX 560 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,768 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro 6000 scores 2,692 and the GeForce GTX 560 reaches 2,768 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 6000 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 560 uses Fermi 2.0, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 448 (Quadro 6000) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 560). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Quadro 6000) vs 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560).

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 560
G3D Mark Score	2,692	2,768+3%
Architecture	Fermi	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	448+33%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.028 TFLOPS	1.089 TFLOPS+6%
ROPs	48+50%	32
TMUs	56	56
L1 Cache	896 KB+100%	448 KB
L2 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 560
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro 6000 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 560 has 1 GB. The Quadro 6000 offers 500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (Quadro 6000) vs 512 KB (GeForce GTX 560) — the Quadro 6000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 560
VRAM Capacity	6 GB+500%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro 6000 draws 204W versus the GeForce GTX 560's 150W — a 30.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 560 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 6000) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 560). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 560
TDP	204W	150W-26%
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Perf/Watt	13.2	18.5+40%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro 6000 launched at $4399 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 560 launched at $199 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 560 costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (Quadro 6000) vs 92.3 (GeForce GTX 560) — the GeForce GTX 560 offers 415.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 560 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).