Quadro K5000 vs GeForce GTX 750 Ti

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 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 750 Ti.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 750 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 750 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $60), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 46.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+46.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($40)

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 750 Ti Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K5000 and GeForce GTX 750 Ti

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 750 Ti

The GeForce GTX 750 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,900 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K5000 scores 3,989 and the GeForce GTX 750 Ti reaches 3,900 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K5000 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 750 Ti uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (Quadro K5000) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 750 Ti). Raw compute: 2.169 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000) vs 1.389 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 750 Ti). Boost clocks: 706 MHz vs 1085 MHz.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
G3D Mark Score	3,989+2%	3,900
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1536+140%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.169 TFLOPS+56%	1.389 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	706 MHz	1085 MHz+54%
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	128+220%	40
L1 Cache	128 KB	320 KB+150%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro K5000) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 750 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 750 Ti has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Quadro K5000) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 750 Ti). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
DirectX	12_0	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro K5000) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 750 Ti). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo HD.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
Encoder	NVENC 2nd Gen	NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD
Codecs	—	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K5000 draws 122W versus the GeForce GTX 750 Ti's 75W — a 47.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 750 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K5000) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 750 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Quadro K5000	GeForce GTX 750 Ti
TDP	122W	75W-39%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	267mm	145mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	65
Perf/Watt	32.7	52.0+59%

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K5000 launched at $2499 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GTX 750 Ti launched at $149 and now averages $40. The GeForce GTX 750 Ti costs 33.3% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.5 (Quadro K5000) vs 97.5 (GeForce GTX 750 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 750 Ti offers 46.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 750 Ti is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).