Quadro K2000 vs Quadro K2000D

Quadro K2000

2013Core: 954 MHz

Quadro K2000D

2013Core: 954 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro K2000

1,582

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 (móvel)

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

TITAN V

Quadro K2000D

1,600

+1.1%

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

TITAN V

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 K2000 is positioned at rank 261 and the Quadro K2000D is on rank 257, so the Quadro K2000D 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 K2000

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

98%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

89%

#245

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5596%

#260

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

100%

#261

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

100%

#263

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

97%

#264

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

95%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

95%

#266

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

95%

#267

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

94%

#268

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

94%

#269

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

93%

#270

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

93%

#271

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

91%

#272

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

90%

#275

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro K2000D

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

100%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

97%

#241

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5533%

#257

Quadro K2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

100%

#258

FirePro V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $96

100%

#259

FirePro W8000

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

100%

#260

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

99%

#261

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#263

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

96%

#264

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

94%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#266

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

94%

#267

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

93%

#268

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

93%

#269

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

92%

#270

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

92%

#271

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K2000D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K2000.

Insight	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K2000D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K2000D holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $500), it costs 93% less, resulting in a 1344.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1344.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($35)

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.

Quadro K2000 Benchmark Check

Quadro K2000D Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K2000 and Quadro K2000D

Quadro K2000

The Quadro K2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 954 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 51W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,582 points. Launch price was $599.

Quadro K2000D

The Quadro K2000D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 954 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 51W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,600 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K2000 scores 1,582 and the Quadro K2000D reaches 1,600 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K2000 is built on Kepler while the Quadro K2000D uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (Quadro K2000) vs 384 (Quadro K2000D). Raw compute: 0.7327 TFLOPS (Quadro K2000) vs 0.7327 TFLOPS (Quadro K2000D).

Feature	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
G3D Mark Score	1,582	1,600+1%
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	384	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7327 TFLOPS	0.7327 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	32
L1 Cache	32 KB	32 KB
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2000) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2000D). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st gen (Quadro K2000) vs NVENC 1st Gen (Quadro K2000D). Decoder: NVDEC 1st gen vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264 (Quadro K2000) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Quadro K2000D).

Feature	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
Encoder	NVENC 1st gen	NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder	NVDEC 1st gen	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	H.264	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K2000 draws 51W versus the Quadro K2000D's 51W — a 0% difference. The Quadro K2000D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K2000) vs 350W (Quadro K2000D). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 202mm vs 202mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80.

Feature	Quadro K2000	Quadro K2000D
TDP	51W	51W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	202mm	202mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	70°C-13%	80
Perf/Watt	31.0	31.4+1%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K2000 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Quadro K2000D launched at $599 and now averages $35. The Quadro K2000D costs 93% less ($465 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 3.2 (Quadro K2000) vs 45.7 (Quadro K2000D) — the Quadro K2000D offers 1328.1% better value.