Quadro K600
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

Quadro K600 vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

Quadro K600

2013Core: 797 MHzBoost: 902 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

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. The Quadro K600 is positioned at rank #240 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 K600

#102
Radeon Pro Vega II Duo
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500
88%
#103
Radeon Pro W6800X Duo
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
81%
#104
Radeon Pro W6900X
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000
80%
#105
Quadro RTX 6000
MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800
78%
#225
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
4070%
#240
Quadro K600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $20
100%
#241
FirePro S7000
MSRP: $1249|Avg: $40
100%
#242
Quadro P5000 (móvel)
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400
99%
#243
FirePro V7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $100
97%
#244
Quadro P500
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
91%
#246
FireStream 9370
MSRP: $800|Avg: $50
87%
#247
GRID K260Q
MSRP: $937|Avg: $15
87%
#249
Quadro 600
MSRP: $179|Avg: $20
80%
#251
Quadro 410
MSRP: $149|Avg: $25
79%
#253
FirePro W600
MSRP: $599|Avg: $30
78%
#254
L2
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $1500
75%
#255
Quadro K5200
MSRP: $2250|Avg: $70
75%
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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2013). The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro K600 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 989.9% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (4 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro K600.

InsightQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-989.9%)
Leading raw performance (+989.9%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 190.6% better value per dollar than the Quadro K600.

InsightQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+190.6%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

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 K600 and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

Quadro K600

The Quadro K600 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 797 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 722 points. Launch price was $5,265.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Quadro K600 scores 722 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 989.9%. The Quadro K600 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,880 (Quadro K600) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 5.196 TFLOPS (Quadro K600) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
722
7,869+990%
Architecture
Kepler
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
2880+221%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
5.196 TFLOPS+74%
2.984 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
902 MHz
1665 MHz+85%
ROPs
48+50%
32
TMUs
240+329%
56
L1 Cache
240 KB
896 KB+273%
L2 Cache
1.5 MB+50%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
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 K600 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (Quadro K600) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the Quadro K600 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
1 GB
4 GB+300%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
1.5 MB+50%
1 MB
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K600 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K600) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.

FeatureQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
TDP
225W
75W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
3.2
104.9+3178%
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Value Analysis

The Quadro K600 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The Quadro K600 costs 73.3% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 36.1 (Quadro K600) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 190.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2013).

FeatureQuadro K600GeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$199
$149-25%
Avg Price (30d)
$20-73%
$75
Performance per Dollar
36.1
104.9+191%
Codename
GK110B
TU117
Release
July 23 2013
April 23 2019
Ranking
#318
#323