Quadro K5200 vs RTX A500 Embedded GPU
Quadro K5200
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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 K5200 is positioned at rank 254 and the RTX A500 Embedded GPU is on rank 122, so the RTX A500 Embedded GPU offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro K5200
Performance Per Dollar RTX A500 Embedded GPU
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is significantly newer (2022 vs 2014). The RTX A500 Embedded GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K5200 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K5200 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Quadro K5200 | RTX A500 Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the RTX A500 Embedded GPU 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 K5200 and RTX A500 Embedded GPU
Quadro K5200
The Quadro K5200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 667 MHz to 771 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,149 points. Launch price was $1,699.74.
RTX A500 Embedded GPU
The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 30 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 435 MHz to 1335 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,197 points.
Graphics Performance
The Quadro K5200 scores 6,149 and the RTX A500 Embedded GPU reaches 6,197 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K5200 is built on Kepler while the RTX A500 Embedded GPU uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,304 (Quadro K5200) vs 2,048 (RTX A500 Embedded GPU). Raw compute: 3.553 TFLOPS (Quadro K5200) vs 5.468 TFLOPS (RTX A500 Embedded GPU). Boost clocks: 771 MHz vs 1335 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro K5200 | RTX A500 Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,149 | 6,197 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304+13% | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.553 TFLOPS | 5.468 TFLOPS+54% |
| Boost Clock | 771 MHz | 1335 MHz+73% |
| ROPs | 48+50% | 32 |
| TMUs | 192+200% | 64 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro K5200 | RTX A500 Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro K5200 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the RTX A500 Embedded GPU has 4 GB. The Quadro K5200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Quadro K5200 | RTX A500 Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+100% | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro K5200 draws 150W versus the RTX A500 Embedded GPU's 20W — a 152.9% difference. The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K5200) vs 350W (RTX A500 Embedded GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Quadro K5200 | RTX A500 Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 20W-87% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 82mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 41.0 | 309.9+656% |
Value Analysis
The RTX A500 Embedded GPU is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2014).
| Feature | Quadro K5200 | RTX A500 Embedded GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2250 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $70 | — |
| Codename | GK110B | GA107S |
| Release | July 22 2014 | March 30 2022 |
| Ranking | #391 | #389 |
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