Quadro K6000 vs GeForce GTX Titan

Quadro K6000

2013Core: 797 MHzBoost: 902 MHz

GeForce GTX Titan

2013Core: 837 MHzBoost: 876 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Quadro K6000

225

7,993

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce MX570 A

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 4060

RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX Titan

250

8,181

+2.4%

GeForce MX550

GeForce GTX 760 Ti OEM

GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

GeForce GTX 1650 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU

RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

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 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 GeForce GTX Titan is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K6000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%)
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 Titan offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX Titan holds the technical lead. Priced at $70 (vs $300), it costs 77% less, resulting in a 338.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+338.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($300)	✅More affordable ($70)

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 Titan Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

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

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 Titan

The GeForce GTX Titan is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 19 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 837 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,181 points. Launch price was $999.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro K6000 scores 7,993 and the GeForce GTX Titan reaches 8,181 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K6000 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX Titan uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,880 (Quadro K6000) vs 2,688 (GeForce GTX Titan). Raw compute: 5.196 TFLOPS (Quadro K6000) vs 4.709 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX Titan). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 876 MHz.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
G3D Mark Score	7,993	8,181+2%
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2880+7%	2688
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.196 TFLOPS+10%	4.709 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	902 MHz+3%	876 MHz
ROPs	48	48
TMUs	240+7%	224
L1 Cache	240 KB+7%	224 KB
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
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 Titan 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 Titan) — a 36.5% advantage for the GeForce GTX Titan. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
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 (GeForce GTX Titan). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
DirectX	11.0	12+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 Titan). 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 Titan).

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
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 Titan's 250W — a 10.5% difference. The Quadro K6000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K6000) vs 600W (GeForce GTX Titan). 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°C.

Feature	Quadro K6000	GeForce GTX Titan
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°C
Perf/Watt	35.5+9%	32.7

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Value Analysis

The Quadro K6000 launched at $5265 MSRP and currently averages $300, while the GeForce GTX Titan launched at $999 and now averages $70. The GeForce GTX Titan costs 76.7% less ($230 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.6 (Quadro K6000) vs 116.9 (GeForce GTX Titan) — the GeForce GTX Titan offers 339.5% better value.