Quadro K1200 vs Radeon R7 260
Quadro K1200
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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. The Quadro K1200 is positioned at rank #142 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K1200
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro K1200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7 260.
| Insight | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R7 260 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7 260 holds the technical lead. Priced at $110 (vs $184), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 63.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+63.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($184) | ✅More affordable ($110) |
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 K1200 and Radeon R7 260
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.
Radeon R7 260
The Radeon R7 260 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 17 2013. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1100 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 95W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,892 points. Launch price was $109.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K1200 scores 2,965 and the Radeon R7 260 reaches 2,892 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K1200 is built on Maxwell while the Radeon R7 260 uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (Quadro K1200) vs 768 (Radeon R7 260). Raw compute: 1.0578 TFLOPS (Quadro K1200) vs 1.536 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 260). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 1100 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,965+3% | 2,892 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 768+50% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.0578 TFLOPS | 1.536 TFLOPS+45% |
| Boost Clock | 1033 MHz | 1100 MHz+6% |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 48+50% |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB+33% | 192 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K1200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R7 260 has 1 GB. The Quadro K1200 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro K1200) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon R7 260) — the Quadro K1200 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+300% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K1200 draws 45W versus the Radeon R7 260's 95W — a 71.4% difference. The Quadro K1200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K1200) vs 400W (Radeon R7 260). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W-53% | 95W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-13% | 400W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 170mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 65.9+117% | 30.4 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K1200 launched at $300 MSRP and currently averages $184, while the Radeon R7 260 launched at $109 and now averages $110. The Radeon R7 260 costs 40.2% less ($74 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.1 (Quadro K1200) vs 26.3 (Radeon R7 260) — the Radeon R7 260 offers 63.4% better value. The Quadro K1200 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | Quadro K1200 | Radeon R7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $109-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $184 | $110-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.1 | 26.3+63% |
| Codename | GM107 | Bonaire |
| Release | January 28 2015 | December 17 2013 |
| Ranking | #586 | #591 |
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