Quadro M1200 vs GeForce RTX 3070
Quadro M1200
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3070 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3070 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro M1200 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 590.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (8 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro M1200.
| Insight | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-590.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+590.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $200 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 38.1% better value per dollar than the Quadro M1200.
| Insight | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+38.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) |
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 M1200 and GeForce RTX 3070
Quadro M1200
The Quadro M1200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1093 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,212 points.
GeForce RTX 3070
The GeForce RTX 3070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1725 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 220W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 22,172 points. Launch price was $499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro M1200 scores 3,212 versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 22,172 — the GeForce RTX 3070 leads by 590.3%. The Quadro M1200 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce RTX 3070 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 640 (Quadro M1200) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 3070). Raw compute: 1.399 TFLOPS (Quadro M1200) vs 20.31 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3070). Boost clocks: 1150 MHz vs 1725 MHz.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,212 | 22,172+590% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 5888+820% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.399 TFLOPS | 20.31 TFLOPS+1352% |
| Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | 1725 MHz+50% |
| ROPs | 16 | 96+500% |
| TMUs | 40 | 184+360% |
| L1 Cache | 0.31 MB | 5.8 MB+1771% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Quadro M1200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3070 has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 3070 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (Quadro M1200) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 8 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 256-bit+300% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro M1200) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3070). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.4+27% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 3rd Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (Quadro M1200) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3070). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP8 (Quadro M1200) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 3070).
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 3rd Gen NVENC (Maxwell) | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,VP8 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro M1200 draws 45W versus the GeForce RTX 3070's 220W — a 132.1% difference. The Quadro M1200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro M1200) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 3070). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 82°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W-80% | 220W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 82°C | 75°C-9% |
| Perf/Watt | 71.4 | 100.8+41% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro M1200 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce RTX 3070 launched at $499 and now averages $200. The Quadro M1200 costs 80% less ($160 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 80.3 (Quadro M1200) vs 110.9 (GeForce RTX 3070) — the GeForce RTX 3070 offers 38.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2017).
| Feature | Quadro M1200 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-80% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.3 | 110.9+38% |
| Codename | GM107 | GA104 |
| Release | January 11 2017 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #567 | #63 |
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