Quadro 7000 vs Arc 8-Core iGPU
Quadro 7000
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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 7000 is positioned at rank 398 and the Arc 8-Core iGPU is on rank 417, so the Quadro 7000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 7000
Performance Per Dollar Arc 8-Core iGPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc 8-Core iGPU is significantly newer (2023 vs 2012). The Arc 8-Core iGPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro 7000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 7000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (6 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Arc 8-Core iGPU.
| Insight | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | Xe LPG (2023) (5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 7000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $300 versus $400 for the Arc 8-Core iGPU, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 33.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+33.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($300) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400) |
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 7000 and Arc 8-Core iGPU
Quadro 7000
The Quadro 7000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 2 2012. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 651 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,505 points. Launch price was $14,499.
Arc 8-Core iGPU
The Arc 8-Core iGPU is manufactured by Intel. It was released in December 14 2023. It features the Xe LPG architecture. The boost clock speed is 2300 MHz. It has 8 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 7000 scores 3,505 and the Arc 8-Core iGPU reaches 3,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 7000 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Arc 8-Core iGPU uses Xe LPG, both on 40 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 512 (Quadro 7000) vs 8 (Arc 8-Core iGPU).
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,505 | 3,500 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Xe LPG |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+6300% | 8 |
| L1 Cache | 0.88 MB | 1.5 MB+70% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro 7000 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Arc 8-Core iGPU has 0 MB. The Quadro 7000 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | Shared |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 7000 draws 204W versus the Arc 8-Core iGPU's 45W — a 127.7% difference. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 7000) vs 350W (Arc 8-Core iGPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 204W | 45W-78% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 17.2 | 77.8+352% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 7000 launched at $14499 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Arc 8-Core iGPU launched at $503 and now averages $400. The Quadro 7000 costs 25% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.7 (Quadro 7000) vs 8.8 (Arc 8-Core iGPU) — the Quadro 7000 offers 33% better value. The Arc 8-Core iGPU is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2012).
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Arc 8-Core iGPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $14499 | $503-97% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300-25% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.7+33% | 8.8 |
| Codename | GF110 | Meteor Lake iGPU |
| Release | May 2 2012 | December 14 2023 |
| Ranking | #541 | #362 |
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