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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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is on rank 222, so the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 7000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5).
| Insight | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) holds the technical lead. Priced at $75 (vs $300), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 299.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+299.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) | ✅More affordable ($75) |
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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
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.
Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)
The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 7000 scores 3,505 and the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Quadro 7000) vs 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)).
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,505 | 3,500 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+33% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7000 comes with 6 GB of VRAM, while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) has 2 GB. The Quadro 7000 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB+200% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 7000 draws 204W versus the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)'s 30W — a 148.7% difference. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 7000) vs 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 204W | 30W-85% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 17.2 | 116.7+578% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 7000 launched at $14499 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) launched at $150 and now averages $75. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) costs 75% less ($225 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.7 (Quadro 7000) vs 46.7 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) — the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) offers 299.1% better value. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $14499 | $150-99% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $75-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.7 | 46.7+299% |
| Codename | GF110 | Surface Book |
| Release | May 2 2012 | October 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #541 | #782 |
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