Quadro K2100M vs GeForce GTX 460M SLI
Quadro K2100M
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Quadro K2100M is positioned at rank 108 and the GeForce GTX 460M SLI is on rank 319, so the Quadro K2100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Quadro K2100M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 460M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K2100M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 460M SLI remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 K2100M and GeForce GTX 460M SLI
Quadro K2100M
The Quadro K2100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 667 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,370 points. Launch price was $84.95.
GeForce GTX 460M SLI
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,393 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K2100M scores 1,370 and the GeForce GTX 460M SLI reaches 1,393 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K2100M is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 460M SLI uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 576 (Quadro K2100M) vs 384 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI).
| Feature | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,370 | 1,393+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 576+50% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K2100M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460M SLI has 512 MB. The Quadro K2100M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2100M) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 460M SLI). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.
| Feature | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+100% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (Quadro K2100M) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI). Decoder: 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Quadro K2100M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460M SLI).
| Feature | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 1st Gen NVENC | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Decoder | 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K2100M draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 460M SLI's 75W — a 30.8% difference. The Quadro K2100M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K2100M) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 460M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | Quadro K2100M | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 55W-27% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 24.9+34% | 18.6 |
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