Quadro K1200 vs GRID K280Q

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 K1200 is positioned at rank 142 and the GRID K280Q is on rank 323, so the Quadro K1200 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 K1200

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

91%

#72

Quadro P4200

MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110

88%

#127

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1495%

#142

Quadro K1200

MSRP: $300|Avg: $184

100%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

99%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

98%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

95%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

93%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

93%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

92%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

92%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

91%

#155

Radeon Pro WX 4150

MSRP: $300|Avg: $120

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID K280Q

#308

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10404%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

100%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

100%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

98%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

97%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

96%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

96%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

94%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

92%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

91%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

90%

#334

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

89%

#335

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

89%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

89%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

88%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K1200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K280Q.

Insight	Quadro K1200	GRID K280Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+4.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID K280Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K280Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $184), it costs 73% less, resulting in a 252.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K1200	GRID K280Q
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+252.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($184)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K1200 and GRID K280Q

Quadro K1200

The Quadro K1200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 28 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,965 points. Launch price was $321.97.

GRID K280Q

The GRID K280Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,840 points. Launch price was $1,875.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K1200 scores 2,965 and the GRID K280Q reaches 2,840 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K1200 is built on Maxwell while the GRID K280Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (Quadro K1200) vs 1,536 (GRID K280Q). Raw compute: 1.0578 TFLOPS (Quadro K1200) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K280Q).

Feature	Quadro K1200	GRID K280Q
G3D Mark Score	2,965+4%	2,840
Architecture	Maxwell	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	1536+200%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.0578 TFLOPS	2.289 TFLOPS+116%
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	32	128+300%
L1 Cache	256 KB+100%	128 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K1200	GRID K280Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro K1200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID K280Q has 2 GB. The Quadro K1200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro K1200) vs 0.5 MB (GRID K280Q) — the Quadro K1200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro K1200	GRID K280Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K1200 draws 45W versus the GRID K280Q's 225W — a 133.3% difference. The Quadro K1200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K1200) vs 350W (GRID K280Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Quadro K1200	GRID K280Q
TDP	45W-80%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	65.9+423%	12.6

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K1200 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $184, while the GRID K280Q launched at $2000 and now averages $50. The GRID K280Q costs 72.8% less ($134 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.1 (Quadro K1200) vs 56.8 (GRID K280Q) — the GRID K280Q offers 252.8% better value. The Quadro K1200 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).