Quadro K5000 vs GeForce GTX 570

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 Quadro K5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score and 60% more VRAM (4 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 570.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+60%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 570 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $60), it costs 58% less, resulting in a 136.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+136.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($25)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K5000 and GeForce GTX 570

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 570

The GeForce GTX 570 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 7 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,930 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K5000 scores 3,989 and the GeForce GTX 570 reaches 3,930 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K5000 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 570 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (Quadro K5000) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 570). Raw compute: 2.169 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570).

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
G3D Mark Score	3,989+2%	3,930
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1536+220%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.169 TFLOPS+54%	1.405 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	40+25%
TMUs	128+113%	60
L1 Cache	128 KB	960 KB+650%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
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 570 has 3 GB. The Quadro K5000 offers 60% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (Quadro K5000) vs 640 KB (GeForce GTX 570) — the GeForce GTX 570 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+60%	2.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	320-bit+400%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Quadro K5000) vs 11_0 (GeForce GTX 570). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
DirectX	12_0+9%	11_0
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K5000) vs PureVideo HD (GeForce GTX 570). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo HD.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
Encoder	NVENC 2nd Gen	PureVideo HD
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K5000 draws 122W versus the GeForce GTX 570's 219W — a 56.9% difference. The Quadro K5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K5000) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 570). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 570
TDP	122W-44%	219W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	267mm	267mm
Slots	2	2
Perf/Watt	32.7+83%	17.9

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 570 launched at $349 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 570 costs 58.3% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.5 (Quadro K5000) vs 157.2 (GeForce GTX 570) — the GeForce GTX 570 offers 136.4% better value. The Quadro K5000 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).