Quadro K5000M vs GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
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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. The Quadro K5000M is positioned at rank #50 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K5000M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is significantly newer (2022 vs 2012). The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K5000M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 346.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K5000M.
| Insight | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-346.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+346.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $209 versus $509 for the Quadro K5000M, it costs 59% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 988.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+988.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($509) | ✅More affordable ($209) |
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 K5000M and GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
Quadro K5000M
The Quadro K5000M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 7 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 601 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,805 points. Launch price was $329.99.
GeForce RTX 3050 8GB
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 4 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1552 MHz to 1777 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 20 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,535 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro K5000M scores 2,805 versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 12,535 — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB leads by 346.9%. The Quadro K5000M is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,344 (Quadro K5000M) vs 2,560 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Raw compute: 1.615 TFLOPS (Quadro K5000M) vs 9.098 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,805 | 12,535+347% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1344 | 2560+90% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.615 TFLOPS | 9.098 TFLOPS+463% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 112+40% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 0.11 MB | 2.5 MB+2173% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K5000M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (Quadro K5000M) vs 2 MB (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro K5000M) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.4+17% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (Kepler) (Quadro K5000M) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Quadro K5000M) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB).
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 1st Gen NVENC (Kepler) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP5 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K5000M draws 100W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB's 130W — a 26.1% difference. The Quadro K5000M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K5000M) vs 450W (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 81°C vs 66°C.
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-23% | 130W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 81°C | 66°C-19% |
| Perf/Watt | 28.1 | 96.4+243% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB costs 58.9% less ($300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.5 (Quadro K5000M) vs 60.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 8GB) — the GeForce RTX 3050 8GB offers 990.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 8GB is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2012).
| Feature | Quadro K5000M | GeForce RTX 3050 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $509 | $209-59% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.5 | 60.0+991% |
| Codename | GK104 | GA106 |
| Release | August 7 2012 | January 4 2022 |
| Ranking | #600 | #211 |
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