Quadro K2200 vs GRID M60-1Q

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 K2200 is positioned at rank 169 and the GRID M60-1Q is on rank 322, so the Quadro K2200 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 K2200

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

99%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

98%

#77

Radeon Pro VII

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400

97%

#78

Quadro RTX 5000

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

94%

#79

Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

93%

#80

Radeon Pro W6800X

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

90%

#154

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2063%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

100%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

98%

#175

Radeon Pro 560

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#176

Radeon Pro 460

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#180

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700E

MSRP: $139|Avg: $85

93%

#181

FirePro M5950

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

92%

#183

Radeon Pro WX 7130

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $200

90%

#184

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-1Q

#307

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9982%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

100%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

96%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

96%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

94%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

93%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

93%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

93%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

90%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

88%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

87%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

86%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

86%

#335

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

86%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

85%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M60-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K2200 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro K2200	GRID M60-1Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
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 Quadro K2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $50), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 21.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K2200	GRID M60-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+21.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

Quadro K2200 Benchmark Check

GRID M60-1Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K2200 and GRID M60-1Q

Quadro K2200

The Quadro K2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1046 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,580 points. Launch price was $395.75.

GRID M60-1Q

The GRID M60-1Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,695 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K2200 scores 3,580 and the GRID M60-1Q reaches 3,695 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K2200 is built on Maxwell while the GRID M60-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (Quadro K2200) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-1Q). Raw compute: 1.439 TFLOPS (Quadro K2200) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-1Q). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M60-1Q
G3D Mark Score	3,580	3,695+3%
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	2048+220%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.439 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+235%
Boost Clock	1124 MHz	1178 MHz+5%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	40	128+220%
L1 Cache	320 KB	768 KB+140%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M60-1Q
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 K2200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M60-1Q has 2 GB. The Quadro K2200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M60-1Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K2200 draws 68W versus the GRID M60-1Q's 225W — a 107.2% difference. The Quadro K2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K2200) vs 350W (GRID M60-1Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M60-1Q
TDP	68W-70%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	203mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	52.6+221%	16.4

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID M60-1Q launched at $2500 and now averages $50. The Quadro K2200 costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 89.5 (Quadro K2200) vs 73.9 (GRID M60-1Q) — the Quadro K2200 offers 21.1% better value. The GRID M60-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).