Quadro K6000 vs GeForce GTX 780

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 K6000 is positioned at rank #319 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 K6000

#303

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9719%

#318

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

100%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

100%

#320

NVS 510

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

99%

#321

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

97%

#322

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

93%

#323

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

93%

#324

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

91%

#325

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

91%

#326

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

90%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

90%

#328

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

88%

#329

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

86%

#330

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

85%

#331

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

84%

#333

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

84%

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 K6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (12 GB vs 6 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780.

Insight	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (265mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $300), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 753.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+753.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)	✅More affordable ($35)

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 K6000 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 780 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K6000 and GeForce GTX 780

Quadro K6000

The Quadro K6000 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: 7,993 points. Launch price was $5,265.

GeForce GTX 780

The GeForce GTX 780 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,957 points. Launch price was $649.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K6000 scores 7,993 and the GeForce GTX 780 reaches 7,957 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K6000 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 780 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,880 (Quadro K6000) vs 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780). Raw compute: 5.196 TFLOPS (Quadro K6000) vs 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 900 MHz.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
G3D Mark Score	7,993	7,957
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2880+25%	2304
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.196 TFLOPS+25%	4.156 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	902 MHz	900 MHz
ROPs	48	48
TMUs	240+25%	192
L1 Cache	240 KB+25%	192 KB
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
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 K6000 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 780 has 6 GB. The Quadro K6000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 211 GB/s (Quadro K6000) vs 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780) — a 36.5% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+100%	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	211 GB/s	288 GB/s+36%
Bus Width	256-bit	384-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (Quadro K6000) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
DirectX	11.0	12 (11_0)+9%
Vulkan	1.1+10%	1.0
OpenGL	4.5	4.6+2%
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1.0 (Quadro K6000) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 780). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (Quadro K6000) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780).

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
Encoder	NVENC 1.0	NVENC 1st Gen
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	NVDEC 1st Gen
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K6000 draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 780's 250W — a 10.5% difference. The Quadro K6000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K6000) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 780). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 265mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX 780
TDP	225W-10%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	265mm	267mm
Height	110mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	80
Perf/Watt	35.5+12%	31.8

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K6000 launched at $5265 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the GeForce GTX 780 launched at $499 and now averages $35. The GeForce GTX 780 costs 88.3% less ($265 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.6 (Quadro K6000) vs 227.3 (GeForce GTX 780) — the GeForce GTX 780 offers 754.5% better value.