Quadro K5000 vs GeForce GTX 480

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 K5000 is positioned at rank #313 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 K5000

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

98%

#298

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9233%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

100%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

99%

#316

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

98%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

96%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

96%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

95%

#320

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

95%

#321

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

94%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

93%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

89%

#324

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

89%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

87%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

86%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

86%

#328

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

86%

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 480 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K5000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K5000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $100), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 63.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+63.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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 K5000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 480 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K5000 and GeForce GTX 480

Quadro K5000

The Quadro K5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 17 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 706 MHz to 706 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,989 points. Launch price was $2,499.

GeForce GTX 480

The GeForce GTX 480 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,075 points. Launch price was $499.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K5000 scores 3,989 and the GeForce GTX 480 reaches 4,075 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K5000 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 480 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Quadro K5000) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 480). Raw compute: 2.169 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000) vs 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 480).

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
G3D Mark Score	3,989	4,075+2%
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1536+220%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.169 TFLOPS+61%	1.345 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	48+50%
TMUs	128+113%	60
L1 Cache	128 KB	960 KB+650%
L2 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
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 K5000 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 480 has 2 GB. The Quadro K5000 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Quadro K5000) vs 768 KB (GeForce GTX 480) — the GeForce GTX 480 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+167%	1.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	384-bit+500%
L2 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Quadro K5000) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
DirectX	12_0	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K5000) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 480). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo HD VP4.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
Encoder	NVENC 2nd Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	—	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K5000 draws 122W versus the GeForce GTX 480's 250W — a 68.8% difference. The Quadro K5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K5000) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 480). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 480
TDP	122W-51%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	267mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	90°C
Perf/Watt	32.7+101%	16.3

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 480 launched at $499 and now averages $100. The Quadro K5000 costs 40% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.5 (Quadro K5000) vs 40.8 (GeForce GTX 480) — the Quadro K5000 offers 63% better value. The Quadro K5000 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).