Quadro K4000M
VS
GeForce GTX 480M SLI

Quadro K4000M vs GeForce GTX 480M SLI

NVIDIA

Quadro K4000M

2012Core: 601 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 480M SLI

2010Core: 425 MHz

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 K4000M is positioned at rank 57 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI is on rank 365, so the Quadro K4000M 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 K4000M

#26
Radeon Pro Vega 48
MSRP: $450|Avg: $450
97%
#27
Radeon Pro 5700 XT
MSRP: $500|Avg: $280
97%
#28
Quadro P5200
MSRP: $500|Avg: $240
90%
#29
Radeon PRO W7700
MSRP: $999|Avg: $999
90%
#30
Radeon PRO W6600
MSRP: $649|Avg: $649
89%
#32
Radeon AI PRO R9700
MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1450
85%
#42
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
573%
#57
Quadro K4000M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#58
Quadro K2000M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
97%
#60
Intel Arc Pro A60
MSRP: $380|Avg: $380
97%
#63
T400 4GB
MSRP: $159|Avg: $99
93%
#64
Radeon Pro 5300
MSRP: $300|Avg: $150
92%
#69
Radeon Pro W5500
MSRP: $399|Avg: $300
87%
#72
Quadro P2200
MSRP: $429|Avg: $227
85%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 480M SLI

#355
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1059%
#357
960%
#358
958%
#362
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
871%
#363
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
865%
#365
GeForce GTX 480M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#367
GeForce 615
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
99%
#369
Radeon Ryzen 7 6800HS
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
98%
#370
GeForce GT 730A
MSRP: $75|Avg: $20
97%
#372
Radeon HD 7660G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
94%
#373
Radeon R7 M270DX
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
94%
#374
Radeon HD 6670/7670
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
93%
#375
Radeon 620
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
93%
#376
Radeon R5 435
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
93%
#377
Radeon R9 M470X
MSRP: $350|Avg: $350
90%
#379
Radeon R9 M380
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
89%
#380
Radeon HD 7640G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K4000M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 480M SLI.

InsightQuadro K4000MGeForce GTX 480M SLI
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro K4000M 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 K4000M and GeForce GTX 480M SLI

NVIDIA

Quadro K4000M

The Quadro K4000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 1 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 601 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,061 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 480M SLI

The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 25 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 425 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,050 points.

Graphics Performance

The Quadro K4000M scores 2,061 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI reaches 2,050 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K4000M is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 960 (Quadro K4000M) vs 704 (GeForce GTX 480M SLI).

FeatureQuadro K4000MGeForce GTX 480M SLI
G3D Mark Score
2,061
2,050
Architecture
Kepler
Fermi
Process Node
28 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
960+36%
704

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro K4000MGeForce GTX 480M 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 K4000M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI has 2 GB. The Quadro K4000M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureQuadro K4000MGeForce GTX 480M SLI
VRAM Capacity
4 GB+100%
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K4000M draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 480M SLI's 100W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K4000M) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureQuadro K4000MGeForce GTX 480M SLI
TDP
100W
100W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
1x 6-pin
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
97°C
Perf/Watt
20.6
20.5