Quadro K2000D vs GeForce GTX 555

Quadro K2000D

2013Core: 954 MHz

GeForce GTX 555

2011Core: 720 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro K2000D

1,600

0.0%

RTX 2000E Ada Generation

TITAN V

GeForce GTX 555

1,604

+0.3%

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. The Quadro K2000D is positioned at rank #257 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 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 Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 555 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K2000D offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 555 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 555 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $35), it costs 14% less, resulting in a 17% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+17%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($35)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 K2000D Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K2000D and GeForce GTX 555

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.

GeForce GTX 555

The GeForce GTX 555 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 14 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,604 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K2000D scores 1,600 and the GeForce GTX 555 reaches 1,604 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K2000D is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 555 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (Quadro K2000D) vs 144 (GeForce GTX 555). Raw compute: 0.7327 TFLOPS (Quadro K2000D) vs 0.4147 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 555).

Feature	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
G3D Mark Score	1,600	1,604
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	384+167%	144
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7327 TFLOPS+77%	0.4147 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32+33%	24
L1 Cache	32 KB	192 KB+500%
L2 Cache	256 KB	384 KB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro K2000D comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 555 has 1 GB. The Quadro K2000D offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (Quadro K2000D) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 555) — the GeForce GTX 555 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+100%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	384 KB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2000D) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 555). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (Quadro K2000D) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 555). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Quadro K2000D) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 555).

Feature	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K2000D draws 51W versus the GeForce GTX 555's 70W — a 31.4% difference. The Quadro K2000D is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K2000D) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 555). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 202mm vs 210mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 75°C.

Feature	Quadro K2000D	GeForce GTX 555
TDP	51W-27%	70W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	202mm	210mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80	75°C-6%
Perf/Watt	31.4+37%	22.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K2000D launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce GTX 555 launched at $150 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 555 costs 14.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.7 (Quadro K2000D) vs 53.5 (GeForce GTX 555) — the GeForce GTX 555 offers 17.1% better value. The Quadro K2000D is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).