Quadro K600
VS
Intel UHD Graphics 615

Quadro K600 vs Intel UHD Graphics 615

NVIDIA

Quadro K600

2013Core: 797 MHzBoost: 902 MHz
VS
Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 615

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1050 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Quadro K600 is positioned at rank 240 and the Intel UHD Graphics 615 is on rank 412, so the Quadro K600 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 Intel UHD Graphics 615

#401
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
1514%
#403
1373%
#404
1369%
#408
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1245%
#409
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1236%
#411
Radeon R7 A365
MSRP: $109|Avg: $55
100%
#412
Intel UHD Graphics 615
MSRP: $100|Avg: $50
100%
#413
Radeon 3015e
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
100%
#414
Radeon HD 7620G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
100%
#415
Radeon R9 M390X
MSRP: $550|Avg: $120
99%
#416
Arc 8-Core iGPU
MSRP: $503|Avg: $400
97%
#417
Mobility Radeon HD 4670
MSRP: $67|Avg: $20
96%
#418
96%
#419
Radeon R9 M385
MSRP: $300|Avg: $60
96%
#420
Radeon R5 235
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
96%
#421
Radeon R9 M375X
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
95%
#422
Radeon HD 6620G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
95%
#423
Radeon R5 310
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
95%
#424
Radeon HD 7690M XT
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
94%
#425
Radeon HD 7600G
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
93%
#426
Radeon R7 A265
MSRP: $149|Avg: $149
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 uses modern memory architecture. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 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 Quadro K600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (1 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel UHD Graphics 615.

InsightQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.7%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $20 versus $50 for the Intel UHD Graphics 615, it costs 60% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 151.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+151.7%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($20)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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 Intel UHD Graphics 615

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.

Intel

Intel UHD Graphics 615

The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in November 7 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 717 points.

Graphics Performance

The Quadro K600 scores 722 and the Intel UHD Graphics 615 reaches 717 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K600 is built on Kepler while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,880 (Quadro K600) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Raw compute: 5.196 TFLOPS (Quadro K600) vs 0.4032 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 1050 MHz.

FeatureQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
G3D Mark Score
722
717
Architecture
Kepler
Generation 9.5
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
2880+1400%
192
Compute (TFLOPS)
5.196 TFLOPS+1189%
0.4032 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
902 MHz
1050 MHz+16%
ROPs
48+1500%
3
TMUs
240+900%
24

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
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 Intel UHD Graphics 615 has 0 MB. The Quadro K600 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
VRAM Capacity
1 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K600 draws 225W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 615's 15W — a 175% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K600) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 615). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
TDP
225W
15W-93%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
1mm
Slots
0
Perf/Watt
3.2
47.8+1394%
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Value Analysis

The Quadro K600 launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Intel UHD Graphics 615 launched at $100 and now averages $50. The Quadro K600 costs 60% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 36.1 (Quadro K600) vs 14.3 (Intel UHD Graphics 615) — the Quadro K600 offers 152.4% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 615 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2013).

FeatureQuadro K600Intel UHD Graphics 615
MSRP
$199
$100-50%
Avg Price (30d)
$20-60%
$50
Performance per Dollar
36.1+152%
14.3
Codename
GK110B
Amber Lake GT2
Release
July 23 2013
November 7 2018
Ranking
#318
#921