
Quadro 7000 vs Quadro K2200

Quadro 7000
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 Quadro K2200 is on rank 169, so the Quadro K2200 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 Quadro K2200
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro 7000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro K2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $300), it costs 87% less, resulting in a 666% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+666%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300) | ✅More affordable ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Quadro 7000 and Quadro K2200

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.

Quadro K2200
The Quadro K2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1046 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,580 points. Launch price was $395.75.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro 7000 scores 3,505 and the Quadro K2200 reaches 3,580 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro 7000 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Quadro K2200 uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (Quadro 7000) vs 640 (Quadro K2200). Raw compute: 1.3322 TFLOPS (Quadro 7000) vs 1.439 TFLOPS (Quadro K2200).
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,505 | 3,580+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 640+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.3322 TFLOPS | 1.439 TFLOPS+8% |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 64+60% | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+180% | 320 KB |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 2 MB+167% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro K2200 has 4 GB. The Quadro 7000 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (Quadro 7000) vs 2 MB (Quadro K2200) — the Quadro K2200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB+50% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 2 MB+167% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro 7000 draws 204W versus the Quadro K2200's 68W — a 100% difference. The Quadro K2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro 7000) vs 350W (Quadro K2200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 204W | 68W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 203mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 17.2 | 52.6+206% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 7000 launched at $14499 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the Quadro K2200 launched at $500 and now averages $40. The Quadro K2200 costs 86.7% less ($260 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.7 (Quadro 7000) vs 89.5 (Quadro K2200) — the Quadro K2200 offers 665% better value. The Quadro K2200 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | Quadro 7000 | Quadro K2200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $14499 | $500-97% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $40-87% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.7 | 89.5+665% |
| Codename | GF110 | GM107 |
| Release | May 2 2012 | July 22 2014 |
| Ranking | #541 | #534 |
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