Quadro 6000 vs GeForce GTX 950A

CPU

GPU

Quadro 6000

2010Core: 574 MHz

GeForce GTX 950A

2015Core: 993 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro 6000

204

2,692

+3.6%

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 950A

2,599

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Quadro 6000 is positioned at rank 374 and the GeForce GTX 950A is on rank 286, so the GeForce GTX 950A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 GeForce GTX 950A

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

94%

#276

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

664%

#278

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

602%

#279

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

600%

#283

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

546%

#284

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

542%

#286

GeForce GTX 950A

MSRP: $159|Avg: $30

100%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

98%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

98%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#292

Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

96%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

94%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

92%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro 6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.6% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 950A.

Insight	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 950A
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.6%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+200%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 950A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 950A holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $150), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 382.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 950A
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+382.7%)
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 950A Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 6000 and GeForce GTX 950A

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 950A

The GeForce GTX 950A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 993 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,599 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro 6000 scores 2,692 and the GeForce GTX 950A reaches 2,599 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 6000 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 950A uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 448 (Quadro 6000) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 950A). Raw compute: 1.028 TFLOPS (Quadro 6000) vs 1.439 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950A).

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 950A
G3D Mark Score	2,692+4%	2,599
Architecture	Fermi	Maxwell
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	448	640+43%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.028 TFLOPS	1.439 TFLOPS+40%
ROPs	48+200%	16
TMUs	56+40%	40
L1 Cache	896 KB+180%	320 KB
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 950A
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 950A has 2 GB. The Quadro 6000 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (Quadro 6000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 950A) — the GeForce GTX 950A has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 950A
VRAM Capacity	6 GB+200%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	DDR3
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro 6000 draws 204W versus the GeForce GTX 950A's 75W — a 92.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 950A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 6000) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 950A). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	Quadro 6000	GeForce GTX 950A
TDP	204W	75W-63%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Perf/Watt	13.2	34.7+163%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro 6000 launched at $4399 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 950A launched at $159 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 950A costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (Quadro 6000) vs 86.6 (GeForce GTX 950A) — the GeForce GTX 950A offers 383.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 950A is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).