Quadro K4000 vs RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
Quadro K4000
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 K4000 is positioned at rank 283 and the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is on rank 393, so the Quadro K4000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K4000
Performance Per Dollar RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is significantly newer (2025 vs 2013). The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K4000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K4000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro K4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $8,565 for the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q, it costs 99% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 8377.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+8377.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($100) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,565) |
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 K4000 and RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
Quadro K4000
The Quadro K4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,719 points. Launch price was $1,269.
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,747 points. Launch price was $8,565.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K4000 scores 2,719 and the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q reaches 2,747 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K4000 is built on Kepler while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 768 (Quadro K4000) vs 24,064 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Raw compute: 1.244 TFLOPS (Quadro K4000) vs 126 TFLOPS (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q).
| Feature | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,719 | 2,747+1% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 24064+3033% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.244 TFLOPS | 126 TFLOPS+10029% |
| ROPs | 24 | 192+700% |
| TMUs | 64 | 752+1075% |
| L1 Cache | 0.06 MB | 23.5 MB+39067% |
| L2 Cache | 0.38 MB | 128 MB+33584% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K4000 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q has 2 GB. The Quadro K4000 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 512-bit. L2 Cache: 0.38 MB (Quadro K4000) vs 128 MB (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB+50% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR7 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 512-bit+700% |
| L2 Cache | 0.38 MB | 128 MB+33584% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K4000 draws 80W versus the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q's 600W — a 152.9% difference. The Quadro K4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K4000) vs 350W (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 80W-87% | 600W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 304mm |
| Height | — | 137mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 34.0+639% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro K4000 launched at $1269 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q launched at $8565 and now averages $8565. The Quadro K4000 costs 98.8% less ($8465 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 27.2 (Quadro K4000) vs 0.3 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — the Quadro K4000 offers 8966.7% better value. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2013).
| Feature | Quadro K4000 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1269-85% | $8565 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-99% | $8565 |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.2+8967% | 0.3 |
| Codename | GK106 | GB202 |
| Release | March 1 2013 | March 18 2025 |
| Ranking | #613 | #609 |
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